Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
fragrans
ID:
512204

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt. ex Hook.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 5: 261 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511536

Common Names

  • Fragrant Abronia
  • Abronia fragrans

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Synonyms

  • Abronia carletonii J.M.Coult. & Fisher [unknown]
  • Abronia fendleri Standl. [unknown]
  • Abronia fragrans glaucescens A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Abronia glaucescens Standl. [unknown]
  • Abronia nudata Rydb. [unknown]
  • Abronia robusta Standl. [unknown]
  • Abronia speciosa Buckley [unknown]
  • Abronia texana Standl. [unknown]
  • Abronia turbinata carletonii (J.M.Coult. & Fisher) M.E.Jones [unknown]

Description

Abronia fragrans (also called 'Fragrant 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 fragrans 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 fragrans 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Abronia fragrans 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 fragrans

Abronia fragrans can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Abronia fragrans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abronia fragrans?

Abronia fragrans

What is the common name of Abronia fragrans?

Fragrant Sand-Verbena

What is the natural habitat of Abronia fragrans?

Abronia fragrans 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-2610213: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.