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tubular bluestar
Scientific Name: Amsonia longiflora var. longiflora
Family: Apocynaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Amsonia longiflora
Also known as Tubular Bluestar, Amsonia longiflora is a forb/herb, meaning it's a non-woody plant that isn't a grass.
Considerations for Pets
- Belongs to the Apocynaceae (Dogbane) family.
Considerations for Children
- Belongs to the Apocynaceae (Dogbane) family.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Amsonia longiflora Torr.
- Common Name: Tubular Bluestar
- Family: Apocynaceae (Dogbane Family)
- Genus: Amsonia Walter (slimpod, bluestar)
- Synonyms: Amsonia longiflora Torr. var. salpignantha (Woodson) S.P. McLaughlin
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Texas, Arizona and New Mexico.
- Also found in Coahuila, Mexico.
Morphological Characteristics
- Flowers are described as tubular, with some having star-shaped groupings or erect, tight spikes.
Related Species
- Amsonia ludoviciana Vail (Louisiana)
- Amsonia ciliata var. texana (Texas bluestar)
- Amsonia illustris (Ozark bluestar)
- Amsonia fugatei (San Antonio bluestar)
Further Information
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center: wildflower.org
- Discover Life: Provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Amsonia longiflora.