Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
turbinata
ID:
512256

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. ex S.Watson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Botany [Fortieth Parallel] : 285 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511588

Common Names

  • Turbinata Abronia
  • Abronia turbinata

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Synonyms

  • Abronia exalata Standl. [unknown]
  • Abronia latiuscula Greene [unknown]
  • Abronia orbiculata Standl. [unknown]
  • Abronia turbinata marginata Eastw. [unknown]

Description

Abronia turbinata (also called Turbinate Sand-Verbena, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in sandy soils in desert scrub, grassland, and oak woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Abronia turbinata is used as an ornamental plant and in landscaping. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abronia turbinata 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 turbinata is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a mix of sand and peat. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Abronia turbinata

Abronia turbinata is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Abronia turbinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abronia turbinata?

Abronia turbinata

What is the common name of Abronia turbinata?

Turbinate Sand-Verbena

What is the natural habitat of Abronia turbinata?

Abronia turbinata 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-2610264: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.