Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pentaphyllus
ID:
164686

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Verh. Bot. Vereins Prov. Brandenburg65: 92 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164015



Common Names

  • Desert Spoon
  • Spoonwood
  • Pentaphyllus


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Synonyms

  • Selerothamnus pentaphyllus Harms [unknown]
  • Sclerothamnus pentaphyllus Harms [valid]
  • Sclerothamnus purpusii Harms [valid]

Description

Hesperothamnus pentaphyllus (also called Five-Leaved Hesperothamnus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with yellow flowers and five-lobed leaves. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry, open forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Hesperothamnus pentaphyllus is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hesperothamnus pentaphyllus has five white petals and yellow stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hesperothamnus pentaphyllus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Hesperothamnus pentaphyllus

Hesperothamnus pentaphyllus is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaranthaceae. It is native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It can be found in desert scrub, chaparral, and woodlands.

Hesperothamnus pentaphyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hesperothamnus pentaphyllus?

Hesperothamnus pentaphyllus

What is the common name of Hesperothamnus pentaphyllus?

Five-leaved Hesperothamnus

What is the natural habitat of Hesperothamnus pentaphyllus?

Dry, rocky hillsides in Mexico

Species in the Fabaceae family