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Chihuahuan brickellbush
Scientific Name: Brickellia floribunda
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Brickellia floribunda
Also known as Chihuahuan brickellbush or desert brickellbush, Brickellia floribunda is a subshrub forb/herb belonging to the Asteraceae (Sunflower) family.
Considerations for Pets
- Brickellbushes are noted to have chemical defenses.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Brickellia floribunda A. Gray
- Rank: Species
- Genus: Brickellia Elliot
- Family: Asteraceae (Sunflower Family)
- Common Names: Chihuahuan brickellbush, desert brickellbush
- Synonyms: Other common names include baccharis-leaf brickellia, baccharisleaf brickellbush, brickell-bush, and resinleaf brickellbush.
Distribution and Habitat
- Brickellia floribunda is found in the Chihuahuan Desert region, including areas in Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and Chihuahua, Mexico.
- It is considered a native and naturalized plant in Yavapai County.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Plant Form: Forb/Herb, Subshrub
- Duration: Perennial
Ecological Role
- Despite their chemical defenses, brickellbushes serve as a food source for the caterpillars of certain Lepidoptera species.
- Burning season can significantly affect Brickellbush mortality and plant size in the southern Chihuahuan Desert.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Caterpillars of certain Lepidoptera feed on brickellbushes.
- It can be found in gravel channels, and is regarded as one of the obligate arroyo plants.
Further Information
- Dave's Garden: A community for sharing gardening tips and ideas.
- Garden Guides: Plant information, identification, and uses.
- Encyclopedia of Life: Provides information on Brickellia floribunda and the Asteraceae family.