Hunzikeria texana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
texana
ID:
1022456
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Torr.) D'Arcy
Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 34: 283. 1976
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001021794
Common Names
- Hunzikeria texana
- Texana Hunzikeria
- Hunzikeria Texan
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hunzikeria texana (also called Texas Hunzikeria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a low-growing habit and its stems are covered with dense white hairs. It is found in dry open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Hunzikeria texana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant indoors. It is also used to make herbal teas and to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hunzikeria texana are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hunzikeria texana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Hunzikeria texana
Hunzikeria texana can be found in the United States.
Species in the Hunzikeria genus
Species in the Solanaceae family
References
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
William D’Arcy (1931-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D'Arcy' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import