Leucophyllum langmaniae facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Leucophyllum langmaniae |
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Leucophyllum
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langmaniae
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Leucophyllum langmaniae is a beautiful shrub that grows naturally in Mexico. It is found in the Chihuahuan Desert, a large desert area. This plant is sometimes called Langman's sage or Rio Bravo sage.
Even though it has "sage" in its name, it's not a true sage plant. It's not related to the Salvia genus, which is where real sage plants come from.
What Is Langman's Sage Like?
Its Appearance
This shrub is semi-evergreen, which means it keeps most of its leaves all year round. Its leaves are a pretty gray-green color and feel soft, almost like velvet.
The plant grows in a bushy, rounded shape. It can get up to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) tall and just as wide. It looks like a compact, green ball.
Its Flowers
Langman's sage produces lovely lavender-colored flowers. These flowers usually appear in the fall. You might see even more flowers if the weather has been very dry or hot. This plant is tough and thrives in desert conditions!
Why Is It Called Langman's Sage?
The scientific name langmaniae was given to this plant to honor a person named Ida Kaplan Langman. She was a botanist, which is a scientist who studies plants. Naming a plant after someone is a way to remember their important contributions to science.
