Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trujillensis
ID:
139470

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 54 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138799



Common Names

  • Trujillo Carramboa
  • Trujillo Carambola
  • Trujillo Carambola Tree


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Description

Carramboa trujillensis (also called 'Trujillo Carramboa', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Carramboa trujillensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carramboa trujillensis is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seeds of this plant are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings of Carramboa trujillensis are small, with thin stems and small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carramboa trujillensis is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division of the rootstock. It is also possible to propagate from seed, but this is a slow process.

Where to Find Carramboa trujillensis

Carramboa trujillensis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Coahuila, Durango, Nuevo León, San Luis Potosí, and Zacatecas.

Carramboa trujillensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carramboa trujillensis?

Carramboa trujillensis

What type of plant is Carramboa trujillensis?

It is a perennial herb of the daisy family.

Where does Carramboa trujillensis grow?

It is native to Mexico and grows in dry, open areas.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-99428: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.