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Ceanothus ×rugosus

Scientific Name: Ceanothus ×rugosus

Family: Rhamnaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Ceanothus × rugosus

Also known as rugose ceanothus, Ceanothus × rugosus is a hybrid species within the genus Ceanothus.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Ceanothus × rugosus Greene (pro sp.)
  • Family: Rhamnaceae (Buckthorn family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae (Plants)
  • Synonyms/Alternative Names: None explicitly provided in the text, but the text mentions other Ceanothus species and variations, indicating the complexity of the genus's taxonomy.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to California.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • A dicot shrub.
  • Described as having a bare stem in the lower part.

Ecological Role

  • Ceanothus species are noted as being prized as honey plants.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The text implies that Ceanothus are important to honey production, suggesting interactions with pollinating insects such as bees.

Quirky Facts

  • The species name "rugosus" refers to wrinkled leaves.
  • Ceanothus has medicinal and ceremonial uses.

Further Information

  • ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System): ITIS Website
  • The Plant List: The Plant List Website
  • IPNI (International Plant Names Index): IPNI Website
  • Australian Plant Name Index: APNI Website
  • NYBG Virtual Herbarium: NYBG Website
  • CalPhotos: CalPhotos Website
  • PlantSystematics.org
  • DiversityOfLife.org
  • PhytoImages.siu.edu
  • FossilFlowers.org
  • Gymnosperms.org