Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
virescens
ID:
446216

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 21: 263 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445548



Common Names

  • Leucophyllum virescens
  • Virescent Leucophyllum
  • Virescent Leucophyllum


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Description

Leucophyllum virescens (also called Leucophyllum frutescens, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small, oval leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas in its native region.

Uses & Benefits

Leucophyllum virescens is a drought-tolerant shrub that can be used as a hedge or border plant in gardens. It is also used as an ornamental plant in dry areas, and its fragrant flowers attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucophyllum virescens is a small white flower with four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucophyllum virescens is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It prefers a well-drained soil and plenty of light. It can be cultivated in a wide range of temperatures and is tolerant of drought and frost.

Where to Find Leucophyllum virescens

Leucophyllum virescens can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Leucophyllum virescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucophyllum virescens?

Leucophyllum virescens

What is the common name of Leucophyllum virescens?

Green-leaved Leucophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Leucophyllum virescens?

Grasslands, woodlands, and open forests

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

Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:139198-2: 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].