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Texas babybonnets
Scientific Name: Coursetia axillaris
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Csetia axillaris: Texas Babybonnets
Csetia axillaris, commonly known as Texas Babybonnets, is a charming yet somewhat elusive plant found primarily in the Rio Grande Plains of Texas and more abundantly in Tamaulipas, Mexico. Its delicate pink flowers and shrubby nature make it a unique addition to native plant landscapes.
Considerations for Pets
- Csetia axillaris is a densely branched shrub.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Csetia axillaris J.M. Coult. & Rose
- Common Names: Texas Babybonnets, Baby Bonnets
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea or Bean Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms: Csetia (babybonnets).
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to South Texas and Mexico.
- Specifically found in the Rio Grande Plains of Texas.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Rounded, densely-branched shrub.
- Typically grows to a height of 5 to 9 feet.
- Evergreen shrub.
- Blooms in the spring, potentially into the fall.
- Flowers are small and sweet-pea shaped, ranging in color from white to pink.
- Leaves consist of dull-green leaflets.
Ecological Role
- Host plant for the rare Telea Hairstreak butterfly.
- Its presence supports butterfly diversity in Texas.
Cultivation
- Prefers sun to part shade.
- Requires low water.
- Suitable for clay and sandy loam soils.
- Cold hardy and can be grown in the garden throughout the year.
Further Information
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center: Provides information on native Texas plants.
- USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database: Offers images and distributional data.
- Discover Life: Features information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Csetia axillaris.
- Dave's Garden: A community website where gardeners share tips and ideas.