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
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.
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
C. Matt Guilliams: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guilliams' in the authors string.