Description

Bartonia Paniculata Subsp. Texana is a flowering plant native to the United States. It belongs to the Gentianaceae family and is a subspecies of Bartonia Paniculata. It is commonly known as Texas screwstem due to its twisted stem.

Taxonomic Information

| Domain| Eukaryota ||————-|———–|| Kingdom| Plantae|| Phylum| Tracheophyta || Class| Magnoliopsida || Order| Gentianales || Family| Gentianaceae || Genus| Bartonia || Species| Bartonia Paniculata || Subspecies| Bartonia Paniculata Subsp. Texana |

Appearance

Bartonia Paniculata Subsp. Texana grows up to 50 cm tall and has a twisted stem. Its leaves are linear and opposite, measuring about 1-5 cm in length. The flowers are small, white, and clustered at the top of the stem. They bloom from May to September.

Care Guide

Bartonia Paniculata Subsp. Texana prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can tolerate full sun, but it needs regular watering during hot weather. It is hardy in zones 5-9. Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Common Pests & Diseases

Bartonia Paniculata Subsp. Texana is vulnerable to root rot, especially in poorly drained soil. Aphids and spider mites can also infest the plant. To prevent root rot, ensure proper drainage and avoid overwatering. To control pests, use insecticidal soap or neem oil.

Habitat

Bartonia Paniculata Subsp. Texana is native to the southern United States, including Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana. It grows in wetlands, meadows, and prairies, often in association with other wildflowers.

Question and Answer

Q: Is Bartonia Paniculata Subsp. Texana a perennial or an annual plant?

A: Bartonia Paniculata Subsp. Texana is a perennial plant.

Q: How often should I water Bartonia Paniculata Subsp. Texana?

A: Water Bartonia Paniculata Subsp. Texana regularly during hot weather, but avoid overwatering.

Q: What is the hardiness zone for Bartonia Paniculata Subsp. Texana?

A: Bartonia Paniculata Subsp. Texana is hardy in zones 5-9.

Q: Can Bartonia Paniculata Subsp. Texana grow in full sun?

A: Bartonia Paniculata Subsp. Texana can tolerate full sun, but it prefers partial shade.

Related Plants

– Bartonia Virginica- Bartonia Paniculata- Bartonia Obtusa

References

– Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. (n.d.). Bartonia paniculata subsp. texana. Retrieved from https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=bapa4- Texas A&M Forest Service. (n.d.). Texas screwstem. Retrieved from https://texasforestservice.tamu.edu/weedid/idnotes/TexasScrewstem.htm