Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
681464

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. Bras. 3: 85 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000680797



Common Names

  • Feddemae Esenbeckia
  • Flava Esenbeckia
  • Grandiflora Esenbeckia


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Synonyms

  • Polembryum jussieui Schott. [unknown]
  • Colythrum grandiflorum Steud. [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia attenuata Griseb. [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia fasciculata Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia grandiflora intermedia (Engl.) Kaastra [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia grandiflora macrophylla Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia grandiflora peruviana J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia intermedia Mart. [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia obovalifolia Pittier [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia rigida R.S.Cowan [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia intermedia Mart. ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia grandiflora grandiflora [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia grandiflora grandiflora [unknown]
  • Polembryum castanocarpum A.Juss. [unknown]

Description

Esenbeckia grandiflora (also called Large-flowered Esenbeckia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the south-western United States and northern Mexico. It grows in rocky, sandy soils and is found in desert scrub, grassland, and oak woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Esenbeckia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Esenbeckia grandiflora sub. brevipetiolata Kaastra

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Esenbeckia grandiflora has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Esenbeckia grandiflora is a small, perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It blooms in late spring and early summer, producing yellow or white flowers.

Where to Find Esenbeckia grandiflora

Esenbeckia grandiflora is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the country.

Esenbeckia grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Esenbeckia grandiflora?

Esenbeckia grandiflora

What is the common name of Esenbeckia grandiflora?

Large-flowered Esenbeckia

What is the natural habitat of Esenbeckia grandiflora?

Dry forests, scrublands, and rocky hillsides

Species in the Esenbeckia genus

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,