Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nelsonii
ID:
701446

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 10: 92 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000700779

Common Names

  • Nelson's Beargrass
  • Nelson's Nolina
  • Nelson's Sacahuista

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Description

Nolina nelsonii (also called Nelson's Beargrass, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Nolina nelsonii is a drought-tolerant ornamental plant that is often used in xeriscaping. It is also used in rock gardens and as a border plant. It can also be used to create a natural barrier or as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nolina nelsonii is a white color with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nolina nelsonii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 6 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or division of the rootball.

Where to Find Nolina nelsonii

Nolina nelsonii can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Nolina nelsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nolina nelsonii?

Nolina nelsonii

What type of plant is Nolina nelsonii?

Succulent shrub

Where is Nolina nelsonii native to?

Mexico

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

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