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Description
Kallstroemia Parviflora, commonly known as smallflower caltrop, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Zygophyllaceae family. It is an annual herb that is native to the southwestern United States, specifically in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah. The plant typically grows in disturbed areas, such as roadsides, fields, and other open spaces. The flowers of Kallstroemia Parviflora are small, yellow, and have five petals that are about 1/4 inch long. The plant produces a small, spiny fruit that is about 1/2 inch in diameter.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Zygophyllales |
| Family | Zygophyllaceae |
| Genus | Kallstroemia |
| Species | Parviflora |
Appearance
Kallstroemia Parviflora is an annual herb that can reach a height of up to 2 feet. The stem is slender, slightly hairy, and can be green or reddish in color. The leaves are small, narrow, and have a bluish-green color. The flowers are small, yellow, and have five petals that are about 1/4 inch long. The plant produces a small, spiny fruit that is about 1/2 inch in diameter.
Care Guide
To care for Kallstroemia Parviflora, it is important to provide it with adequate water, fertilization, soil, sunlight, and to grow it in the appropriate hardiness zones.Water: Kallstroemia Parviflora requires regular watering, especially during dry periods. However, it is important not to overwater the plant, as this can lead to root rot.Fertilization: The plant can benefit from regular fertilization with a balanced fertilizer.Soil: Kallstroemia Parviflora prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.Sunlight: The plant requires full sun to grow and thrive.Hardiness Zones: Kallstroemia Parviflora can grow in hardiness zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Kallstroemia Parviflora is relatively pest and disease-resistant. However, it can be affected by spider mites and aphids. To prevent pest infestations, it is important to keep the plant healthy and well-watered. If pest infestations occur, they can be treated with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
Habitat
Kallstroemia Parviflora is native to the southwestern United States, specifically in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah. The plant typically grows in disturbed areas, such as roadsides, fields, and other open spaces.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Kallstroemia Parviflora drought-tolerant? A: While Kallstroemia Parviflora can tolerate some drought, it requires regular watering to grow and thrive.Q: Can Kallstroemia Parviflora be grown in containers? A: Yes, Kallstroemia Parviflora can be grown in containers as long as the container is large enough and has good drainage.Q: How often should Kallstroemia Parviflora be fertilized? A: Kallstroemia Parviflora can benefit from regular fertilization with a balanced fertilizer, applied every 4-6 weeks.Q: Is Kallstroemia Parviflora an invasive species? A: Kallstroemia Parviflora is not considered an invasive species, but it can spread and become weedy in some areas.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Kallstroemia Parviflora:- Kallstroemia Grandiflora- Kallstroemia Hirsutissima- Kallstroemia Pubescens
References
– USDA Plants Database. (n.d.). Kallstroemia parviflora. Retrieved from https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=KAPA5- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. (n.d.). Kallstroemia parviflora. Retrieved from https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=KAPA5
