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Arizona bluehearts

Scientific Name: Buchnera obliqua

Family: Scrophulariaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Arizona Bluehearts (Buchnera arizonica)

Arizona Bluehearts, scientifically known as Buchnera arizonica, is also referred to as Bluehearts. It is a forb/herb, meaning it's a non-woody plant that is not a grass, belonging to the genus Buchnera.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text refers to the plant as an herb, potentially suggesting the presence of specific plant compounds that might warrant consideration regarding animal consumption.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Buchnera arizonica
  • Common Name: Arizona Bluehearts, Bluehearts
  • Genus: Buchnera

Distribution and Habitat

  • The floral region for Buchnera (Bluehearts) includes North America US Lower 48, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico.
  • Specifically, Buchnera arizonica is found in Arizona, Alabama, and Arkansas.

Related Species

  • Buchnera pusilla (introduced species)
  • Buchnera obliqua (found in Arizona)

Cultivation Notes

  • Arizona bluehearts require irrigation. Water when the ground is dry, particularly during prolonged droughts. Otherwise, watering every 2-3 weeks may be sufficient.