Abronia angustifolia Greene

Genus and Flower Clusters

This species belongs to the genus Abronia, and like other members of this genus, it produces flowers arranged in dense, spherical clusters.

Flower Scent

Its flowers have a sweet scent, which is especially strong in the evening.

Pollination Adaptation

This characteristic is an adaptation for pollination by nocturnal insects, such as moths.

Native Range

Abronia angustifolia is native to North America, where it grows primarily in arid and semi-arid regions.

Distribution Habitats

Its natural distribution includes sandy deserts, coastal dunes, and grasslands, and it is most often found in the Southwestern United States (Texas, New Mexico, Arizona) and Northern Mexico (Chihuahua, Coahuila).

Growing Conditions

It grows best in sandy, well-drained soils with full sun exposure, and it is commonly found in areas with sparse vegetation caused by low water availability.