Abronia crux-maltae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crux-maltae
ID:
512198
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kellogg
Source:
cmp
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. 2: 16 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511530
Common Names
- Crux-Maltae Abronia
- Abronia crux-maltae
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- Tripterocalyx crux-maltae (Kellogg) Standl. [unknown]
Description
Abronia crux-maltae (also called 'Maltese Cross 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 crux-maltae 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 crux-maltae has white flowers with yellow centers and long, yellowish-green seed pods. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abronia crux-maltae is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 1 m (3 ft). It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done through seeds, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Abronia crux-maltae
Abronia crux-maltae can be found in the deserts of North America.
Abronia crux-maltae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abronia crux-maltae?
Abronia crux-maltae
What is the common name of Abronia crux-maltae?
Maltese Cross Sand-Verbena
What is the natural habitat of Abronia crux-maltae?
Abronia crux-maltae 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-2610207: Based on the initial data import
Albert Kellogg (1813-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kellogg' in the authors string.