Tetraena fontanesii facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Tetraena fontanesii |
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Tetraena
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fontanesii
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Tetraena fontanesii, also known by its older name Zygophyllum fontanesii, is a special kind of plant that belongs to the Zygophyllaceae family. You can find this plant growing in places like Macaronesia and the northwestern parts of Africa.
What Does This Plant Look Like?
This plant is quite tough! It can grow up to 50 centimeters (about 20 inches) tall. It's a halophile plant, which means it loves to grow in salty places, and it's also a xerophile, meaning it can live in very dry areas.
Its leaves are usually shaped like cylinders or are a bit curved. The flowers of Tetraena fontanesii can be white or yellow, adding a splash of color to its dry habitat. After the flowers, it produces small fruits that are about 5 to 7 millimeters long.
Where Does This Plant Grow?
Tetraena fontanesii is found in several interesting places. It grows on the Canary Islands and Cape Verde, which are island groups off the coast of Africa.
You can also find this plant in mainland Northwest Africa. This includes countries like Morocco, Western Sahara, Mauritania, and Senegal. It's well-adapted to the dry and sometimes salty conditions found in these regions.
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