Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
columnaris
ID:
692321

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kellogg ex Curran

Source:
cmp

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Bull. Calif. Acad. Sci. 1(3): 133. 1885 [1886 publ. 28 Feb 1885]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691654

Common Names

  • Fouquieria columnaris
  • Columnar Fouquieria
  • Fouquieria Columnaris

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Synonyms

  • Fouquieria gigantea Orcutt [unknown]
  • Idria columnaria Kellogg [unknown]

Description

Fouquieria columnaris (also called Boojum Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fouquieriaceae family. It is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is adapted to drought.

Uses & Benefits

Fouquieria columnaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fouquieria columnaris has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fouquieria columnaris is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Fouquieria columnaris

Fouquieria columnaris can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Fouquieria columnaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fouquieria columnaris?

Fouquieria columnaris

What is the common name of Fouquieria columnaris?

Boojum Tree

Where is Fouquieria columnaris native to?

Northwestern Mexico

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2813818: Based on the initial data import
Albert Kellogg (1813-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kellogg' in the authors string.
Mary Katharine Brandegee (1844-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Curran' in the authors string.