Abronia fragrans

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Abronia fragrans

Abronia fragrans (pronunciation: /æˈbroʊniə ˈfreɪɡrəns/), also known as Snowball Sand Verbena or Sweet Sand Verbena, is a species of flowering plant in the Nyctaginaceae family.

Etymology

The genus name 'Abronia' is derived from the Greek word 'abros', meaning 'delicate', in reference to the delicate flowers of plants in this genus. The species epithet 'fragrans' is Latin for 'fragrant', referring to the sweet scent of the flowers.

Description

Abronia fragrans is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. The leaves are opposite, ovate to lanceolate, and up to 5 cm long. The flowers are white to pink, fragrant, and arranged in dense clusters. The fruit is a winged achene.

Distribution and Habitat

Abronia fragrans is native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It is found in a variety of habitats, including deserts, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Related Terms

  • Nyctaginaceae: The family to which Abronia fragrans belongs.
  • Perennial: A type of plant that lives for more than two years.
  • Herb: A plant that does not produce a woody stem.
  • Achene: A type of simple dry fruit produced by many species of flowering plants.

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