Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
propinqua
ID:
380026

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.V.Morton & C.L.Hitchc.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 26: 344 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379358



Common Names

  • Nama
  • Nama propinqua
  • Nama parviflora


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Synonyms

  • Nama dichondrifolia Standl. [unknown]

Description

Nama propinqua (also called Proximate 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 propinqua is a species of flowering plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nama propinqua has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nama propinqua is a perennial herb that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It grows best in dry, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The plant should be divided every two to three years to maintain its vigor.

Where to Find Nama propinqua

Nama propinqua can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Nama propinqua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nama propinqua?

Nama propinqua

What type of plant is Nama propinqua?

Herb

Where is Nama propinqua 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,

References

Conrad Vernon Morton (1905-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.V.Morton' in the authors string.
Charles Leo Hitchcock (1902-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.L.Hitchc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:167045-2: Based on the initial data import