Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
canescens
ID:
380111

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.L.Hitchc.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 26: 345 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379443



Common Names

  • Gray nama
  • Gray nama-bush
  • Gray nama-plant


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Description

Nama canescens (also called Gray Nama, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m, with a stem diameter of up to 1 cm. It is found in dry, rocky soils, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nama canescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nama canescens has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nama canescens is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils, including clay. It should be fertilized every spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Nama canescens

Nama canescens is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry soils in open woodlands.

Nama canescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nama canescens?

Nama canescens

What type of plant is Nama canescens?

Herb

Where is Nama canescens native to?

Southwestern United States

Species in the Nama genus

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,