Great Basin Sand Verbena
NameGreat Basin Sand Verbena
Species NameAbronia turbinata
Common NameGreat Basin Sand Verbena
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container Typenone
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem
Foliage Typesimple, ovate, somewhat fleshy
Height (cm)20
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive spherical cluster of numerous small, pale flowers and prominent developing seed pods.
Description
This specimen of Great Basin Sand Verbena displays a vibrant cluster of pale, star-like flowers atop a slender, herbaceous stem. Below the flowering head, several developing seed pods are visible, indicating a transition from bloom to fruit. Its broad, green leaves are arranged oppositely along the stem, characteristic of this desert-adapted plant.
