Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steyerm.) I.M.Johnst.
Source:
tro
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 24: 232 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237759
Common Names
- Tidestromia carnosa
- Carnosa Tree
- Carnosa
Description
Tidestromia carnosa (also called Carnose Tidestromia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small, white flowers and leathery leaves. It grows in dry scrublands and deserts.
Uses & Benefits
Tidestromia carnosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used for making tea. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tidestromia carnosa has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tidestromia carnosa is a perennial evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is best grown in a sheltered position, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It can be propagated by cuttings in late spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Tidestromia carnosa
Tidestromia carnosa is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Tidestromia carnosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tidestromia carnosa?
Tidestromia carnosa
What is the common name of Tidestromia carnosa?
Fleshy Tidestromia
What type of plant is Tidestromia carnosa?
Tropical shrub
Species in the Tidestromia genus
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens,
Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,