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littleleaf wrightwort

Scientific Name: Carlowrightia parvifolia

Family: Acanthaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Littleleaf Wrightwort (Carlowrightia parvifolia)

The Littleleaf Wrightwort, scientifically known as Carlowrightia parvifolia, is a member of the Acanthaceae family. It's also referred to as Wrightwort as it is a member of the genus Carlowrightia.

Considerations for Pets

  • Members of the genus are mainly small shrubs.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Carlowrightia parvifolia Brandegee
  • Common Name: Littleleaf Wrightwort
  • Family: Acanthaceae
  • Genus: Carlowrightia A. Gray (wrightwort)
  • Rank: Species

Distribution and Habitat

  • Mentioned as a native plant.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Described as a forb/herb.
  • It is a perennial plant.
  • Members of the genus are mainly small shrubs.

Synonyms and Related Species

  • Carlowrightia serpyllifolia A.Gray – Trans Pecos Wrightwort
  • Carlowrightia texana Henrickson & Daniel – Texas Wrightwort
  • Carlowrightia arizonica A. Gray (Arizona Wrightwort)
  • Carlowrightia linearifolia (Heath Wrightwort)
  • Carlowrightia parviflora (Smallflower Wrightwort)

Additional Information

  • The provided text mentions the importance of fertilizing these shrubs periodically in the spring with a fertilizer rich in unspecified nutrients for florid development.