Big Bend trumpets facts for kids
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The Big Bend trumpets (also called littleleaf moonpod) is a special plant. Its scientific name is Acleisanthes parvifolia. This plant grows naturally in two main areas: northeastern Chihuahua in Mexico and western Texas in the United States.
In Texas, you can find the Big Bend trumpets in only four counties: Culberson, Hudspeth, Brewster, and Presidio. Some of these plants live inside famous places like Big Bend National Park and Guadalupe Mountains National Park. These parks help protect the plants and their homes.
What Does the Big Bend Trumpet Look Like?
The Big Bend trumpets plant is a type of perennial herb. This means it's a plant that lives for more than two years. It can grow up to about 60 centimeters (about 2 feet) tall. Sometimes, the bottom part of the plant can feel a bit woody.
Leaves and Flowers
The leaves of the Big Bend trumpets are a yellowish-green color. They are quite small, growing up to 25 millimeters (about 1 inch) long.
The flowers are usually found one at a time, not in big bunches. They are also yellowish-green and can be quite long, up to 6 centimeters (about 2.4 inches). After the flowers bloom, the plant produces fruits. These fruits are small, about 10 millimeters (less than half an inch) long, and have a hairy feel to them.
