Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
476170

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thoday

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1924: 152 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475502



Common Names

  • Passerina montana
  • Mountain Bluebird
  • Mountain Indigo Bunting


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Description

Passerina montana (also called 'Mountain Bluebird', among many other common names) is a species of songbird found in western North America. It is a medium-sized bird with a blue-gray head, back and wings, and a white belly. It is native to the mountains of western North America, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Passerina montana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Passerina montana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passerina montana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Passerina montana

Passerina montana is native to the western United States and can be found in California, Oregon, Washington, and Nevada.

Passerina montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Passerina montana?

Passerina montana

What is the common name of Passerina montana?

Mountain Bluebird

What is the natural habitat of Passerina montana?

Mountain meadows and woodlands

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

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