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largefruit sand verbena

Scientific Name: Abronia macrocarpa

Family: Nyctaginaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names: TX (large-fruited sand-verbena)

       

Largefruit Sand Verbena (Abronia macrocarpa)

Abronia macrocarpa, commonly known as largefruit sand verbena, is a rare flowering plant species found in a specific region of the United States.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is a forb/herb, which is a non-woody plant.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Abronia macrocarpa L.A. Gal.
  • Common Names: Largefruit sand verbena, large-fruited sand-verbena
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: largefruit sand verbena, large-fruited sand-verbena
  • Related ITIS Name: Abronia macrocarpa L.A. Gal.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Abronia macrocarpa is endemic to eastern Texas.

Conservation Status

  • The largefruit sand verbena is listed as endangered on the U.S. Endangered Species List.
  • It is classified as endangered in Texas.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Abronia macrocarpa is described as a forb/herb, meaning it's a non-woody plant.

Additional Resources

  • Discover Life: Provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Abronia macrocarpa.
  • USDA Plants Database: Offers information about the plant, including its endangered status. (http://plants.usda.gov/)