Status:
valid
Authors:
Miranda
Source:
cmp
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Bot. México 26: 127 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691661
Common Names
- Fouquieria leonilae
- Leonila's Fouquieria
- Fouquieria Leonilae
Description
Fouquieria leonilae (also called Leonila's Ocotillo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the Baja California peninsula of Mexico, and is found in desert scrub, chaparral, and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Fouquieria leonilae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Fouquieria leonilae has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fouquieria leonilae 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 leonilae
Fouquieria leonilae can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Fouquieria leonilae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fouquieria leonilae?
Fouquieria leonilae
What is the common name of Fouquieria leonilae?
Ocotillo
Where is Fouquieria leonilae native to?
Southwestern United States and northern Mexico
Species in the Fouquieria genus
Fouquieria burragei,
Fouquieria columnaris,
Fouquieria diguetii,
Fouquieria fasciculata,
Fouquieria formosa,
Fouquieria leonilae,
Fouquieria macdougalii,
Fouquieria ochoterenae,
Fouquieria purpusii,
Fouquieria shrevei,
Fouquieria splendens,
Species in the Fouquieriaceae family
Fouquieria burragei,
Fouquieria columnaris,
Fouquieria diguetii,
Fouquieria fasciculata,
Fouquieria formosa,
Fouquieria leonilae,
Fouquieria macdougalii,
Fouquieria ochoterenae,
Fouquieria purpusii,
Fouquieria shrevei,
Fouquieria splendens,