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trailing windmills
Scientific Name: Allionia incarnata var. nudata
Family: Nyctaginaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual, Perennial
Other Names:
Allionia incarnata: Trailing Windmills
Allionia incarnata, commonly known as trailing windmills or trailing four o'clock, is a captivating plant found in the western hemisphere. This trailing vine features clusters of vibrant pink flowers, adding a splash of color to its arid environment.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant may be found growing near the ground.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Allionia incarnata
- Common Names: Trailing Windmills, Trailing Four O'Clock, Pink Windmills, Trailing Allionia
- Family: Nyctaginaceae (Four O'Clock Family)
- Synonyms: The text also mentions Allionia incarnata var. villosa.
Distribution and Habitat
- This plant is widespread in the western hemisphere.
- Specifically found in: Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah, Mexico, and South America.
- Prefers dry, gravelly, or sandy soil and semi-desert openings.
Morphological Characteristics
- Perennial or winter annual herb with stems growing along the ground, typically 3.9 inches to 2.6 feet (1 to 8 dm) long.
- Features crowded clusters of 3 brilliant deep pink flowers, resembling a single flower.