Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
alejandrae
ID:
1257890

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
tro

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 74: 293 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001257228



Common Names

  • Leucophyllum alejandrae
  • Leucophyllum
  • Alejandrae


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Description

Leucophyllum alejandrae (also called 'Alejandra's Sage', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has a woody stem and leaves that are up to 5 cm long. It is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leucophyllum alejandrae is a drought-tolerant shrub that is often used in xeriscaping. It can also be used as a hedge or border plant, as well as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucophyllum alejandrae has white flowers with yellow centers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucophyllum alejandrae is an evergreen shrub that is native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering. The seed should be sown in spring or autumn. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer, and layering should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Leucophyllum alejandrae

Leucophyllum alejandrae is native to the Chihuahuan Desert of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Leucophyllum alejandrae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucophyllum alejandrae?

Leucophyllum alejandrae

What is the common name of Leucophyllum alejandrae?

Alejandra's Leucophyllum

What type of plant is Leucophyllum alejandrae?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:303102-2: 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].