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silky silverbush
Scientific Name: Argythamnia argyraea
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Argythamnia argyraea: Silky Silverbush
Argythamnia argyraea, commonly known as Silky Silverbush, is a perennial forb/herb endemic to Texas.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant is described as a forb/herb, implying it's non-woody. This may make it attractive for chewing by some animals.
- The prevalence of "silky" or "silvery" foliage across various plants mentioned (Argythamnia argyraea, Convolvulus cneorum, etc.) suggests that fine hairs may be present on the leaves, which could be a potential irritant.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Argythamnia argyraea Cory
- Common Name: Silky Silverbush
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Rank: Species
Distribution and Habitat
- Argythamnia argyraea is endemic to Texas.
- Argythamnia arlynniana, another species of Silverbush, is found in Mexico, specifically Coahuila.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Argythamnia argyraea is a perennial forb/herb, meaning it is a non-woody plant that lives for more than two years.
Quirky Facts
- The plant's scientific name, Argythamnia argyraea Cory, was established in 1945 (Madrõo 8: 92. 1945).
- The provided text mentions a user named "frostweed" from Josephine, Arlington, TX, who contributed information about the plant in 2006.
Further Information
- Discover Life offers a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Argythamnia argyraea.