red sand-verbena
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red sand-verbena
Abronia maritima
The red sand-verbena is a bright and cheerful flower that grows in sandy coastal areas. Its lovely pink and purple blooms attract butterflies and bees, making it a favorite among nature lovers.
Habitat: Coastal areas
Appearance
The red sand-verbena has thick, fleshy green leaves arranged on creeping stems that spread across the sand. Its vibrant reddish-purple flowers are tiny but grow in dense, globe-shaped clusters, making a striking splash of color against coastal dunes.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderCaryophyllalesFamilyNyctaginaceaeGenusAbronia
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It creates a "living mat" that helps protect fragile sand dunes from erosion.
Its roots were once eaten by Native American peoples living along the coast!
The bright flowers smell sweet, attracting nocturnal moths for pollination too!
The plant's sticky seeds can hitch a ride on animals or even wind!
Special abilities
Ability
Sand Anchor
Red sand-verbena has a deep taproot that helps it anchor firmly in loose sand and find water far below the surface.
Ability
Thirsty Plant
Red sand-verbena can store water in its thick, succulent leaves, allowing it to survive in dry, sunny coastal environments.
Ability
Salt Survivor
Red sand-verbena can tolerate salty sea spray and sandy soil, letting it thrive where many other plants cannot.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-30 cm
- Spread
- 30-100 cm
- Flower Size
- 3-5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring to Fall, year-round in mild climates
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Visits fragrant flowers for nectar.
pollinates
Yellow-faced Bumble Bee
Bombus vosnesenskii
Gathers pollen and nectar from blooms.
eats
Deer Mouse
Peromyscus maniculatus
Forages for fallen seeds on the ground.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Shrub
A shrub is a woody plant smaller than a tree, typically with multiple stems branching from or near the ground.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Coastal
Coastal habitats are dynamic environments located along the interface between land and sea, influenced by tides, waves, and saltwater.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is red sand-verbena?
10-30 cm
How wide does red sand-verbena spread?
30-100 cm
How big are the flowers on red sand-verbena?
3-5 cm
When does red sand-verbena bloom?
Spring to Fall, year-round in mild climates
Is red sand-verbena edible?
Yes
Is red sand-verbena toxic?
None
What is red sand-verbena's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is red sand-verbena pollinated?
Insect
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