Abronia bigelovii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bigelovii
ID:
512186
Status:
valid
Authors:
Heimerl
Source:
cmp
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Misc. Collect. 52: 197 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511518
Common Names
- Bigelovii Abronia
- Abronia bigelovii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Abies bigelovii (also called 'Bigelow's Fir', among many other common names) is a species of conifer in the family Pinaceae. It is native to the mountains of the southwestern United States, and is found in montane and subalpine forests.
Uses & Benefits
Abronia bigelovii 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
Abronia bigelovii has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and winged, and the seedlings are dark green and have short needles.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abronia bigelovii 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 bigelovii
Abronia bigelovii can be found in the deserts of North America.
Abronia bigelovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abronia bigelovii?
Abronia bigelovii
What is the common name of Abronia bigelovii?
Bigelow's Sand-Verbena
What is the natural habitat of Abronia bigelovii?
Abronia bigelovii is found in sandy 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-2610197: Based on the initial data import
Anton Heimerl (1857-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heimerl' in the authors string.