Description
Penstemon wendtiorum (also called 'Wendt's Penstemon', among many other common names) is a perennial, woody, twining vine native to Mexico and Central America. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and produces clusters of small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, in open woodlands, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Penstemon wendtiorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Penstemon wendtiorum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Where to Find Penstemon wendtiorum
Penstemon wendtiorum is native to the western United States, in California, Oregon, and Washington.