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littleleaf ratany

Scientific Name: Krameria erecta

Family: Krameriaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

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Littleleaf Ratany (Krameria erecta)

Krameria erecta, commonly known as Littleleaf Ratany, is a shrub native to the southwestern United States. Other common names include Pima Ratany, Range Ratany, and Purple Heather.

Considerations for Pets

  • Krameria erecta is a many-branched shrub.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Krameria erecta Willd. ex Schult.
  • Family: Krameriaceae (Ratany Family)
  • Synonyms:
    • Krameria parvifolia var. glandulosa (Rose &amp Painter) J.F. Macbr.
    • Krameria parvifolia var. imparata J.F. Macbr.

Distribution and Habitat

Littleleaf Ratany is found in the southwestern United States, specifically in Arizona (AZ), California (CA), New Mexico (NM), Nevada (NV), Texas (TX), and Utah (UT). It is often found along rocky ridges and slopes.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Littleleaf Ratany is a many-branched shrub that typically forms a low mound.
  • It features short, thin branches.
  • The plant reaches 1-2 meters in height.
  • Young stems are strigose and occasionally bear glandular capitate trichomes, especially dense on the youngest growth.
  • It produces purple wildflowers.

Additional Resources

  • Dave's Garden: A community sharing gardening tips and ideas.
  • CalPhotos: A database of photographs, including images of Krameria erecta.