Leucophyllum ambiguum is a shrub native to northeastern Mexico, known for its silvery foliage and profuse purple flowers that appear after rain. This species is a valuable ornamental for arid landscapes due to its drought tolerance and striking appearance.
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Leucophyllum Ambiguum (Leucophyllum ambiguum)
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Genus | Leucophyllum |
| Species | Leucophyllum ambiguum |
Similar in genus Leucophyllum