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heath wrightwort
Scientific Name: Carlowrightia linearifolia
Family: Acanthaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Heath Wrightwort (Carlowrightia linearifolia)
Learn more about the Heath Wrightwort, a plant known for its delicate foliage and interesting growth habits. This page provides a comprehensive overview of its characteristics, distribution, and more.
Considerations for Pets
- The Heath Wrightwort is a small shrub, and small shrubs may be tempting for pets to chew on or play with.
Scientific Classification
- Scientific Name: Carlowrightia linearifolia (Torr.) A. Gray
- Common Name: Heath Wrightwort
- Family: Acanthaceae (Acanthus Family)
- Genus: Carlowrightia A. Gray (wrightwort)
- Rank: Species
- Synonym: Schaueria linearifolia Torr.
Distribution and Habitat
- The Heath Wrightwort is native to Arizona.
- Specifically, it grows in the southeastern part of Arizona.
Morphological Characteristics
- The Heath Wrightwort is described as a straggling shrub, typically growing up to 1 meter tall.
- It is also described as a subshrub or forb.
Additional Information
- The accepted symbol for Carlowrightia linearifolia is CALI2.
Related Species
- Arizona Wrightwort (Carlowrightia arizonica)
- Mexican Wrightwort (Carlowrightia mexicana)
- Torrey's Wrightwort (Carlowrightia torreyana)
Resources
- Discover Life provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Carlowrightia linearifolia.
- Dave's Garden is a community where people share tips and ideas for gardens, seeds, and plants.