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annual windmills

Scientific Name: Allionia choisyi

Family: Nyctaginaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual, Perennial

Other Names:

       

Annual Windmills (Allionia choisyi)

The name "Annual Windmills" can refer to at least two different species of plants. This page primarily discusses Allionia choisyi, but also mentions Allionia incarnata var. glabra, which is also called Annual Windmills.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Allionia choisyi
  • Common Name: Annual Windmills
  • Family: Nyctaginaceae
  • Group: Dicot
  • Duration: Often listed as both Annual and Perennial.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to L48 N (Likely referring to the contiguous United States)
  • Found in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve (Arizona)
  • Grows on Arizona trails, including canyon, cliff, garden, scenic view, and stream/lake trails.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Growth Habit: Forb/herb

Further Information

  • Discover Life: Discover Life
  • iNaturalist taxon page
  • Dave's Garden (for general gardening tips and community)