Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
782618

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cav.) Sweet

Source:
iplants

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. : 283 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000781951



Common Names

  • Desert Willow
  • Chilopsis Linearis
  • Linearleaf Chilopsis


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Description

Chilopsis linearis (also called Desert Willow, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to the southwestern United States. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Chilopsis linearis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The wood is used for firewood and fence posts.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chilopsis linearis sub. arcuata (Fosberg) Henrard
Chilopsis linearis sub. linearis
Chilopsis linearis var. tomenticaulis Henrard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chilopsis linearis is yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with short, thick stems and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chilopsis linearis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Chilopsis linearis

Chilopsis linearis is native to the United States and can be found in the wild in the states of Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas.

Chilopsis linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chilopsis linearis?

Chilopsis linearis

What is the common name of Chilopsis linearis?

Desert Willow

What type of plant is Chilopsis linearis?

Deciduous tree

Species in the Chilopsis genus

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Robert Sweet (1783-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sweet' in the authors string.
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:30013523-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].