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Trans-Pecos sandwort
Scientific Name: Arenaria ludens
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Arenaria ludens (Trans-Pecos Sandwort)
Arenaria ludens, commonly known as Trans-Pecos sandwort, is a delicate annual forb/herb belonging to the Caryophyllaceae family. This plant is notable for its ability to withstand harsh temperatures, making it suitable for outdoor cultivation in certain climates.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Arenaria ludens Shinners
- Common Name: Trans-Pecos sandwort
- Family: Caryophyllaceae (Carnation Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms: While not explicitly stated as a synonym, Livermore sandwort (Arenaria livermorensis) is mentioned in close proximity and could be easily confused.
Distribution and Habitat
- Arenaria ludens is native to North America, specifically found in:
- USA (Texas, including the Trans-Pecos region)
- Northern Mexico (Coahuila, Chihuahua)
- It thrives on limestone outcrops and among boulders.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habit
- Duration: Annual
- Growth Habit: Forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass)
- Stems: Erect to ascending, green or reddish, ranging from 15-30(-45) cm in height. There can be 1-18+ stems.
- Internodes: Terete (cylindrical)
- Roots: Filiform taproots.
Ecological Role
- It is found in the Chihuahuan Biotic Province and the Trans-Pecos Natural Region.
Further Information
- Discover Life provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Arenaria ludens.
- More information may be available via the Hassler M. database.
- Additional data can be found in the Sce database.