Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
texana
ID:
684128

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 1: 633 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000683461



Common Names

  • Eurytaenia texana
  • Texas Eurytaenia
  • Texas False Bindweed


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Synonyms

  • Eurytaenia macrophylla Buckley [unknown]

Description

Eurytaenia texana (also called Texas Eurytaenia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to Japan, Korea, and Taiwan and is found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eurytaenia texana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eurytaenia texana is small, white and star-shaped. The seed is a small, black, shiny, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eurytaenia texana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m (10 ft) in height. It is native to the tropical forests of South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and should be watered regularly. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth. Prune to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Eurytaenia texana

Eurytaenia texana can be found in the western United States, from California to Texas.

Eurytaenia texana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eurytaenia texana?

Eurytaenia texana

What is the family of Eurytaenia texana?

Asteraceae

Where is Eurytaenia texana native to?

North America

Species in the Eurytaenia genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2805265: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.