Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Genus:
Species:
ameghinoi
ID:
445929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Speg.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Revista Fac. Agron. Univ. Nac. La Plata 3: 499 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445261

Common Names

  • Larrea ameghinoi
  • Ameghino's Larrea
  • Ameghino Larrea

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Synonyms

  • Covillea ameghinoi (Speg.) Briq. [unknown]

Description

Larrea ameghinoi (also called Ameghino's Larrea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Larrea ameghinoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Larrea ameghinoi has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Larrea ameghinoi can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Larrea ameghinoi

Larrea ameghinoi is native to South America and can be found in dry areas.

Larrea ameghinoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Larrea ameghinoi?

Larrea ameghinoi

What is the common name of Larrea ameghinoi?

Ameghino's Larrea

What is the natural habitat of Larrea ameghinoi?

Larrea ameghinoi is native to Argentina.

Species in the Larrea genus

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,