Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
subcordata
ID:
1262807

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltdl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 15: 462 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262145

Common Names

  • Karwinskia subcordata
  • Subcordate Karwinskia
  • Subcordate Desert Buckthorn

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Description

Karwinskia subcordata (also called Subcordate Karwinskia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rhamnaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry, open, rocky areas, grasslands, and sagebrush scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Karwinskia subcordata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Karwinskia subcordata has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Karwinskia subcordata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in early spring. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn. Division should be done in early spring.

Where to Find Karwinskia subcordata

Karwinskia subcordata can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Karwinskia subcordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Karwinskia subcordata?

Karwinskia subcordata

What is the common name of Karwinskia subcordata?

No common name

What is the native range of Karwinskia subcordata?

Mexico

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,