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tall silverbush

Scientific Name: Argythamnia mercurialina

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Argythamnia mercurialina var. mercurialina: Tall Silverbush

Discover the unique characteristics of Argythamnia mercurialina var. mercurialina, commonly known as Tall Silverbush, Tall Wild Mercury, or Tall Ditaxis. This plant, belonging to the Euphorbiaceae (Spurge) family, offers intriguing features for any plant enthusiast.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is in the Spurge family.

Considerations for Children

  • This plant is in the Spurge family.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Argythamnia mercurialina (Nutt.) Mll. Arg. var. mercurialina
  • Family: Euphorbiaceae (Spurge Family)
  • Rank: Species, Variety
  • Synonym: Ditaxis mercurialina (Nutt.) J.M. Coult.

Common Names

  • Tall Silverbush
  • Tall Wild Mercury
  • Tall Ditaxis

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Evergreen plant with silky silver/grey foliage.
  • Flowers: Pink buds that open into white flowers with yellow centers, blooming throughout the summer.
  • Height: Up to 60 cm.
  • Spread: Up to 75 cm.
  • Habit: Subshrub, Forb/herb.
  • Growth Duration: Perennial.
  • Upright plant that branches from the base with stems 12-18 inches tall.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Locations include Oklahoma (OK) and New Mexico (NM).

Synonyms

  • Argythamnia mercurialina (Nutt.) Mll. Arg.
  • Argythamnia mercurialina var. mercurialina (Nutt.) Mll. Arg.

Related Species

  • Argythamnia mercurialina var. pilosissima (Benth.) Shinners
  • Argythamnia simulans (Plateau Silverbush, sometimes also called Tall Wild-mercury)
  • Argythamnia aphoroides (Hill Country Silverbush)
  • Argythamnia astroplethos (Mexican Silverbush)
  • Argythamnia lucayana (Lucayan Silverbush)
  • Argythamnia neomexicana (New Mexico Silverbush)
  • Argythamnia serrata

Quirky Facts

  • The name "Tall Wild Mercury" is an alternative common name for this plant.

Further Information

  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
  • Discover Life's page about Argythamnia mercurialina