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Eastwood's sandwort

Scientific Name: Arenaria eastwoodiae var. adenophora

Family: Caryophyllaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Eastwood's Sandwort

Eastwood's sandwort, scientifically known as Arenaria eastwoodiae Rydb., is also commonly referred to as Mojave sandwort, sandwort, spreading sandwort, or Forest Camp sandwort. It's a subshrub forb/herb of the genus Arenaria.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant was traditionally used as an emetic.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Arenaria eastwoodiae Rydb.
  • Common Name: Eastwood's Sandwort
  • Family: Caryophyllaceae (Pink Family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms:
    • Eremogone eastwoodiae (Rydb.) S. Ikonnikov
    • Arenaria fendleri var. eastwoodiae
  • Varieties:
    • Arenaria eastwoodiae var. adenophora Kearney &amp Peebles
    • Arenaria eastwoodiae var. eastwoodiae Maguire

Distribution and Habitat

  • Found in Arizona and New Mexico, United States.
  • Specific observation locations include Zion National Park and the South Kaibab Trail.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Eastwood's sandwort is a perennial subshrub forb/herb.

Traditional Uses

  • The Hopi people traditionally used this plant as an emetic for stomach ailments.

Ecological Role

  • Eastwood's Sandwort is a companion species to Lavender Leaf Sundrop, Rockmat, Wild Buckwheat, Mountain Phlox, and Fernbush.

Further Information

  • USDA