Anisacanthus quadrifidus facts for kids
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Anisacanthus
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Anisacanthus quadrifidus is a beautiful flowering plant that grows naturally in parts of Texas in the United States and Mexico. It is a popular shrub that people often plant in their gardens. This plant is becoming more common in the Southwestern United States.
What is Anisacanthus quadrifidus called?
This plant has many different common names. Some people call it flame acanthus because of its bright, fiery flowers. Other names include Wright's desert honeysuckle and hummingbird bush. It's also known as Texas firecracker or Mexican flame. The name "Wright" honors an American botanist named Charles Wright. He collected samples of this plant in the mid-1800s. Sometimes, it's called muicle, but that name usually refers to a different plant.
Where does the flame acanthus grow?
The flame acanthus loves dry, rocky places. You can find it on slopes, in grasslands, and in areas with desert plants. It also grows in Mexican pinyon forests. This plant is often found on crop banks or in sloped dry areas. It grows at heights from about 1,500 to 2,450 meters (4,920 to 8,040 feet) above sea level. When people grow it in gardens, it can adapt to different types of soil. However, it does not do well in very cold, frosty weather.
See also
In Spanish: Mohuitl o moytle de México para niños
