Plants in family fouquieriaceae
Fouquieria formosa
Fouquieria formosa is a small tree native to rocky alluvial slopes and valleys, known for its hummingbird-pollinated flowers. It features branches covered in spines and short inflorescences with large deep orange-red to yellow-orange flowers. This plant exhibits a high level of phenotypic variation and typically flowers from October through February.
Fouquieria splendens
Fouquieria splendens, native to the deserts of the US and Mexico, is known for its spiny stems that become lush with small leaves after rainfall. It produces bright crimson flowers pollinated by hummingbirds and is used traditionally for various medicinal purposes.
Fouquieria diguetii
Fouquieria diguetii, commonly known as Palo Adan, is a tree-like succulent endemic to Mexico, particularly the southern Baja California Peninsula and the coasts of Sonora and Sinaloa. It can grow up to 24 feet tall and is characterized by its bright red, tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds. This drought-tolerant plant is suitable for xeriscaping and thrives in full sun. Its semi-succulent nature and deciduous habit make it a unique addition to arid landscapes. The plant's variation in growth habit and inflorescence length across its range adds to its ecological interest.
Fouquieria ochoterenae
Fouquieria ochoterenae is a unique spiny tree endemic to southwestern Puebla, Mexico, forming groves with umbrella-shaped canopies. Its trunk changes color with the seasons, and it features distinctive deep red flowers. This plant provides habitat for bromeliads and thrives in full sun.
Idria columnaris
Idria columnaris, also known as the Boojum Tree, is native to Mexico and features a columnar growth habit. It flowers in summer and prefers full sun to part shade. This plant is cold tender and can be cultivated as a bonsai.
Fouquieria purpusii
Fouquieria purpusii, also known as Candlewood, is native to Oaxaca and Puebla, Mexico. It is characterized by a fat swollen caudex base and a trunk with unique light and scarred brown marks. This plant can grow up to 12 inches tall and produces white flowers, thriving in full sun.
Fouquieria splendens 'Sierra Co Nm'
Fouquieria splendens, native to the Chihuahuan and Sonoran Deserts, is known for its naked upright stems that can reach 20 feet. It produces bright scarlet flowers favored by hummingbirds and requires very dry conditions, surviving on less than 8 inches of rain annually.