Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
venturae
ID:
1286169

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Fernández

Source:
tro

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 2: 14 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285507

Common Names

  • Karwinskia venturae
  • Ventura's Karwinskia
  • Desert Hophornbeam

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Description

Karwinskia venturae (also called Ventura's Karwinskia, among many other common names) is a shrub with white flowers and long, thin leaves. It is native to Mexico and is usually found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Karwinskia venturae is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It has a long blooming period and can produce beautiful flowers in shades of pink, orange, and red. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Karwinskia venturae is white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Karwinskia venturae is a temperate plant that is best grown in a cool, moist environment. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in moist soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Karwinskia venturae

Karwinskia venturae can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Karwinskia venturae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Karwinskia venturae?

Karwinskia venturae

What type of plant is Karwinskia venturae?

It is a species of shrub in the family Rhamnaceae.

Where is Karwinskia venturae found?

It is native to 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50328379: Based on the initial data import
Rafael Fernández (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Fernández' in the authors string.