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dwarf desert honeysuckle
Scientific Name: Anisacanthus puberulus
Family: Acanthaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Vine, Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Anisacanthus puberulus
Also known as Dwarf Desert Honeysuckle, Pinky Anisacanthus, and Pinkie Anisacanth, Anisacanthus puberulus is a perennial vine shrub that is well-suited to desert environments.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Anisacanthus puberulus (Torr.) Henrickson & Lott
- Rank: Species
- Family: Acanthaceae
- Synonyms: The text mentions that the term "desert honeysuckle" is shared between multiple species, including Anisacanthus thurberi and Anisacanthus quadrifidus. It also mentions some historical or alternative names, such as Puberulus.
Common Names
- Dwarf Desert Honeysuckle
- Pinky Anisacanthus
- Pinkie Anisacanth
- Desert Honeysuckle (shared with other Anisacanthus species)
- Thurber's Desert Honeysuckle
Distribution and Habitat
- Anisacanthus puberulus is found in desert regions, including the Sonoran Desert and the Chihuahuan Desert.
- Specifically mentioned locations include Brewster and Presidio counties in Texas, and southeastern Arizona (below 4000 feet).
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is a vine shrub with a perennial duration.
- Grows as a vine and/or shrub.
Ecological Role
- It provides nectar for hummingbirds and serves as a larval host for butterflies.
Watering Tips
- Only water when the soil is completely dry.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Hummingbird pollinated.
- Serves as a butterfly larval host.
Related Species
- Anisacanthus thurberi
- Anisacanthus linearis
- Anisacanthus quadrifidus
Further Information
- Garden Guides
- Discover Life
- USDA Plants Database
- Tropicos