Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
arizonica
ID:
1334105

Status:
valid

Authors:
(I.M.Johnst.) Guilliams & B.G.Baldwin

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 70: 26 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346559

Common Names

  • Harpagonella arizonica
  • Arizonica Harpagonella
  • Arizonica's Harpagonella

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Description

Harpagonella arizonica (also called Arizona Harpagonella, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It has alternate, oblong leaves and can grow up to 30 cm tall. It prefers sunny, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Harpagonella arizonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural air freshener in homes. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Harpagonella arizonica is a small, white to yellow flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Harpagonella arizonica can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Harpagonella arizonica

Harpagonella arizonica is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in the desert regions of the region.

Harpagonella arizonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Harpagonella arizonica?

Harpagonella arizonica

What type of plant is Harpagonella arizonica?

It is a shrub

Where is Harpagonella arizonica found?

It is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

Species in the Harpagonella genus

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

Bruce Gregg Baldwin (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Baldwin' in the authors string.
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.
C. Matt Guilliams: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guilliams' in the authors string.