Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Genus:
Species:
palmeri
ID:
711346

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vail

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 25: 107 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710679

Common Names

  • Guaiacum palmeri
  • Palmer's Guaiacum
  • Palmer's Lignum-Vitae

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Description

Guaiacum palmeri (also called Palmer's lignum-vitae, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a shrubby or tree-like habit and leathery leaves that are oblong or elliptic in shape. It grows in dry and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Guaiacum palmeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Guaiacum palmeri are white to yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guaiacum palmeri is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant evergreen that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun, and can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Guaiacum palmeri

Guaiacum palmeri is native to Mexico and the southwestern United States.

Guaiacum palmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guaiacum palmeri?

Guaiacum palmeri

What is the common name of Guaiacum palmeri?

Palmer's Lignum-vitae

What is the natural habitat of Guaiacum palmeri?

Dry, open forests and scrublands

Species in the Zygophyllaceae family

Balanites aegyptiaca, Balanites angolensis, Balanites glabra, Balanites maughamii, Balanites pedicellaris, Balanites rotundifolia, Balanites roxburghii, Balanites triflora, Balanites wilsoniana, Balanites aegyptiacus, Balanites wilsonianus, Bulnesia chilensis, Bulnesia foliosa, Bulnesia retamo, Bulnesia rivas-martinezii, Bulnesia schichendanzii, Bulnesia schickendantzii, Guaiacum coulteri, Guaiacum officinale, Guaiacum palmeri, Guaiacum sanctum, Guaiacum unijugum, Guaiacum nellii, Kallstroemia pubescens, Kallstroemia maxima, Kallstroemia californica, Kallstroemia grandiflora, Kallstroemia hirsutissima, Kallstroemia parviflora, Kallstroemia perennans, Kallstroemia adscendens, Kallstroemia tucumanensis, Kallstroemia tribuloides, Kallstroemia incana, Kallstroemia rosei, Kallstroemia boliviana, Kallstroemia pennellii, Kallstroemia peninsularis, Kallstroemia standleyi, Kallstroemia mexicana, Kallstroemia curta, Kallstroemia hintonii, Kelleronia gillettiae, Kelleronia splendens, Kelleronia revoilii, Larrea simulans, Larrea ameghinoi, Larrea divaricata, Larrea cuneifolia, Larrea nitida,

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