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bushy bird's beak
Scientific Name: Cordylanthus ramosus
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Cordylanthus ramosus: Bushy Bird's Beak
Cordylanthus ramosus, commonly known as bushy bird's beak, is a flowering plant belonging to the broomrape family.
Considerations for Pets
- The common name "bird's beak" may be intriguing for birds, potentially drawing their attention.
- Some birds use their beaks to scrape plants or rub them.
Considerations for Children
- The plant is commonly referred to as "bird's beak".
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cordylanthus ramosus Nutt. ex Benth.
- Family: Orobanchaceae (Broomrape family)
- Rank: Species
- Synonyms: Cordylanthus ramosus subsp. setosus Pennell
- Common Names: Bushy bird's beak, bushy birdbeak, much-branched bird's-beak, Much-branched Bird's Beak
Distribution and Habitat
Cordylanthus ramosus is native to western North America, including the western United States.
Traditional Uses
- The Navajo have used the plant as a drug (emetic). An infusion of the plant was taken to induce vomiting.
Morphological Characteristics
- The plant is described as "much-branched".
Further Information
- Discover Life offers information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cordylanthus ramosus.
- Garden Guides provides information on the Bushy Bird's Beak and gardening.