Abronia argillosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argillosa
ID:
512182
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.L.Welsh & Goodrich
Source:
cmp
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Great Basin Naturalist 40: 78 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511514
Common Names
- Argillosa Abronia
- Abronia argillosa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Abronia argillosa (also called 'Clay Abronia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Nyctaginaceae. It is native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Abronia argillosa is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used for making furniture, construction, and paper production.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Abronia argillosa are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are slender and light green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abronia argillosa is a species of wildflower native to North America. It is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 foot tall. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Plants can be divided in spring or fall.
Where to Find Abronia argillosa
Abronia argillosa can be found in the deserts of North America.
Abronia argillosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abronia argillosa?
Abronia argillosa
What is the common name of Abronia argillosa?
Clay Sand-Verbena
What is the natural habitat of Abronia argillosa?
Abronia argillosa is found in clay soils in deserts, grasslands, and scrublands
Species in the Abronia genus
Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis,
Species in the Nyctaginaceae family
Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2610193: Based on the initial data import
Stanley Larson Welsh (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Welsh' in the authors string.
Sherel Goodrich (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goodrich' in the authors string.