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stingbush

Scientific Name: Eucnide

Family: Loasaceae

Category: Dicot

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Desert Stingbush (Eucnide urens) and Other Stingbushes

This page provides information on plants in the genus Eucnide, commonly known as stingbush, and related species. The information includes taxonomic details, habitat, and other interesting facts. Also mentioned is Azima tetracantha or bee sting bush.

Considerations for Pets

  • The name "stingbush" suggests the presence of stinging spines, ostensibly to prevent predation.

Considerations for Children

  • The name "stingbush" suggests the presence of stinging spines.

Scientific Names and Common Names

  • Scientific Name: Eucnide (genus), Eucnide urens, Eucnide bartonioides, Azima tetracantha
  • Common Names: Stingbush, Desert Stingbush, Yellow Stingbush, Rock Nettle, Velcro Plant, Bee sting bush

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Genus: Eucnide
  • Family: Loasaceae, Salvadoraceae (for Azima tetracantha)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Synonyms/Alternative Names: Rock Nettle, Velcro Plant

Distribution and Habitat

  • Eucnide (stingbush) is found in North America US Lower 48.
  • Eucnide urens (Desert Stingbush) is native to desert areas in California, Arizona, and Nevada.
  • Azima tetracantha (Bee sting bush) is found from South Africa to India, specifically in hot, dry riverine scrub.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Eucnide urens (Desert Stingbush) is described as a small, perennial, rounded shrub that grows to a maximum height of about 3 feet.
  • It is also described as a "rounded, bushy plant, generally much broader than tall."
  • Eucnide bartonioides (Yellow Stingbush) is a subshrub forb/herb.

Ecological Role

  • Eucnide urens possesses stinging spines that serve as a defense against predation.

Quirky Facts

  • Eucnide urens is also known as the "Velcro Plant."

    • Traditional Uses

  • Azima tetracantha (Bee sting bush) is used in folk lore herbal medicine, as food, and for various herbal medicines in Africa, India, and Madagascar.

    • Further Information

    • Discover Life: Provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Eucnide urens.
    • Dave's Garden: A friendly community for sharing gardening tips and ideas.