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Krameria is a genus of flowering plants in the family Krameriaceae. This genus is native to the Americas, with species distributed from the United States to Argentina.

Description

Krameria plants are small shrubs or subshrubs, often with a sprawling habit. They are known for their distinctive flowers, which have a unique structure adapted for pollination by specialized bees. The flowers typically have five sepals and five petals, with the petals often being reduced or modified.

Uses

Several species of Krameria, such as Krameria lappacea (also known as Rhatany), have been used in traditional medicine. The roots of these plants contain tannins and have been used for their astringent properties. They are sometimes used in the treatment of diarrhea and dysentery.

Species

There are approximately 18 species in the genus Krameria. Some notable species include:

Ecology

Krameria species are often found in arid and semi-arid environments. They have adapted to survive in these conditions with features such as deep root systems and drought-resistant foliage. The flowers of Krameria are adapted for pollination by oil-collecting bees, which are attracted to the floral oils produced by the plant.

References

External links

Krameria on WikiMD

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-[[File:Krameria lappacea - Köhler–s Medizinal-Pflanzen-084.jpg|thumb|Krameria lappacea - Köhler–s Medizinal-Pflanzen-084|right]]<br>'''Krameria''' is a genus of flowering plants in the family [[Krameriaceae]]. The genus is native to the Americas, with species distributed from the southwestern United States to South America. Krameria plants are commonly known as rhatany or ratany.
-==Description==
+{{Infobox plant
-Krameria species are perennial shrubs or subshrubs, often with a sprawling or prostrate growth habit. They typically have small, simple leaves and produce distinctive flowers with five petals. The flowers are usually red or purple and are adapted for pollination by specialized bees. The fruit is a small, nut-like capsule.
+| name = Krameria
-==Taxonomy==
+| image = <!-- Image of Krameria plant -->
-The genus Krameria was first described by [[Antonio José Cavanilles]] in 1799. It is the sole genus in the family Krameriaceae, which is part of the order [[Zygophyllales]]. The genus name honors the Austrian botanist Johann Georg Heinrich Kramer.
+| image_caption = Krameria plant
-==Species==
+| regnum = [[Plantae]]
-There are approximately 18 recognized species within the genus Krameria. Some notable species include:
+| unranked_divisio = [[Angiosperms]]
-* ''[[Krameria erecta]]'' - Littleleaf rhatany
+| unranked_classis = [[Eudicots]]
-* ''[[Krameria grayi]]'' - White rhatany
+| unranked_ordo = [[Rosids]]
-* ''[[Krameria lanceolata]]'' - Trailing krameria
+| ordo = [[Zygophyllales]]
-* ''[[Krameria lappacea]]'' - Peruvian rhatany
+| familia = [[Krameriaceae]]
-==Uses==
+| genus = '''Krameria'''
-Krameria species have been used traditionally for their medicinal properties. The roots of some species, particularly ''Krameria lappacea'', are rich in tannins and have been used as an astringent in herbal medicine. The roots are also used to produce a red dye.
+| genus_authority = [[Carl Ludwig Willdenow|Willd.]]
-==Ecology==
+}}
-Krameria plants are often found in arid and semi-arid environments, such as deserts and scrublands. They are adapted to dry conditions and can survive in poor soils. The flowers of Krameria are pollinated by specialized bees of the genus [[Centris]], which collect oils from the flowers.
-==Conservation==
+'''Krameria''' is a genus of flowering plants in the family [[Krameriaceae]]. This genus is native to the [[Americas]], with species distributed from the [[United States]] to [[Argentina]].
-Some species of Krameria are considered to be at risk due to habitat loss and overharvesting for medicinal use. Conservation efforts are focused on protecting natural habitats and promoting sustainable harvesting practices.
-==Gallery==
+== Description ==
-<gallery>
+Krameria plants are small shrubs or subshrubs, often with a sprawling habit. They are known for their distinctive flowers, which have a unique structure adapted for pollination by specialized [[bees]]. The flowers typically have five sepals and five petals, with the petals often being reduced or modified.
-File:Krameria erecta.jpg|''Krameria erecta''
-File:Krameria grayi.jpg|''Krameria grayi''
+== Uses ==
-File:Krameria lanceolata.jpg|''Krameria lanceolata''
+Several species of Krameria, such as ''[[Krameria lappacea]]'' (also known as [[Rhatany]]), have been used in traditional medicine. The roots of these plants contain tannins and have been used for their astringent properties. They are sometimes used in the treatment of [[diarrhea]] and [[dysentery]].
-</gallery>
-==References==
+== Species ==
-{{Reflist}}
+There are approximately 18 species in the genus Krameria. Some notable species include:
-==External links==
+* ''[[Krameria erecta]]''
-{{Commons category|Krameria}}
+* ''[[Krameria grayi]]''
-{{Wikispecies|Krameria}}
+* ''[[Krameria ixine]]''
+* ''[[Krameria lappacea]]''
+== Ecology ==
+Krameria species are often found in arid and semi-arid environments. They have adapted to survive in these conditions with features such as deep root systems and drought-resistant foliage. The flowers of Krameria are adapted for pollination by oil-collecting bees, which are attracted to the floral oils produced by the plant.
+== References ==
+* [[Flora of North America]]
+* [[The Plant List]]
+== External links ==
+* [https://www.wikimd.com/wiki/Krameria Krameria on WikiMD]
+{{Zygophyllales-stub}}
 [[Category:Krameriaceae]]
 [[Category:Zygophyllales]]
 [[Category:Medicinal plants]]
 [[Category:Flora of the Americas]]
-{{medicine-stub}}