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Wright's desert honeysuckle
Scientific Name: Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. wrightii
Family: Acanthaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Wright's Desert Honeysuckle (Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. wrightii)
Also known as Flame Acanthus and Hummingbird Bush, Wright's Desert Honeysuckle is a vibrant plant often found in gardens in the Southwest.
Considerations for Pets
- Rabbits are attracted to new shoots of this plant.
Common Names
- Wright's Desert Honeysuckle
- Flame Acanthus
- Hummingbird Bush
- Wright Acanthus
- Mexican Flame
- Wright's Mexican Flame
- Wright Anisacanth
- Muicle (Spanish)
- Texas Firecracker
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. wrightii (Torr.) Henrickson
- Synonyms:
- Anisacanthus junceus (Torr.) Hemsl.
- Anisacanthus wrightii (Torr.) Gray
- Drejera juncea Torr.
- Family: Acanthaceae (Acanthus Family)
- Taxonomic Rank: Variety
- Anisacanthus quadrifidus (Vahl) Nees
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Texas and Northern Mexico (Chihuahuan Desert).
- Specifically found in South-Central and West Texas.
Ecological Role
- Provides nectar for hummingbirds.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Deciduous shrub.
- Perennial plant.
- Typically reaches 4-5 feet in height and width.
Additional Information
- Commonly available as an ornamental at garden centers in the Southwest.