Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
holacantha
ID:
1285539

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.C.Holmes, K.L.Yip & Rushing

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 60: 173 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284877

Common Names

  • Koeberlinia holacantha
  • Holacantha Koeberlinia
  • Hollow-spined Koeberlinia

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Description

Koeberlinia holacantha (also called Holacantha, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the southwestern United States. It has yellow flowers and is found in dry, sunny areas such as deserts and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Koeberlinia holacantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for fuel and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Koeberlinia holacantha has small, white flowers with yellow centres and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Koeberlinia holacantha is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico. It is a fast-growing, annual plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by seed sowing in spring or summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Koeberlinia holacantha

Koeberlinia holacantha is native to South America. It is typically found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Koeberlinia holacantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Koeberlinia holacantha?

Koeberlinia holacantha

What is the common name of Koeberlinia holacantha?

Holly-Leaf Koeberlinia

What is the natural habitat of Koeberlinia holacantha?

It is native to the southwestern United States and is found in dry, rocky areas

Species in the Koeberlinia genus

Species in the Koeberliniaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50325559: Based on the initial data import
Walter C. Holmes (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Holmes' in the authors string.
Kwok Leung Yip: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.L.Yip' in the authors string.
Ann Elizabeth Rushing (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rushing' in the authors string.