Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
bolackii
ID:
512187

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.D.Atwood, S.L.Welsh & K.D.Heil

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Novon 12(2): 167. 2002

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511519

Common Names

  • Bolackii Abronia
  • Abronia bolackii

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Description

Abronia bolackii (also called 'Bolack's 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 bolackii 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 bolackii are small and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small and winged, and the seedlings are slender and conical in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abronia bolackii 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 bolackii

Abronia bolackii can be found in the deserts of North America.

Abronia bolackii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abronia bolackii?

Abronia bolackii

What is the common name of Abronia bolackii?

Bolack's Sand-Verbena

What is the natural habitat of Abronia bolackii?

Abronia bolackii is found in sandy soils in deserts, grasslands, and scrublands

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-2610198: Based on the initial data import
Stanley Larson Welsh (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Welsh' in the authors string.
Nephi Duane Atwood (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.D.Atwood' in the authors string.
Kenneth D. Heil (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.D.Heil' in the authors string.