species 952 observations

Purple Sand Verbena

Abronia angustifolia

Field notes

Supports All

5 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it White-lined Sphinx, Jewel-studded Sand Verbena Sun Moth, Triprocris smithsoniana 3
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Sleepy Orange, Sandhill Skipper 2

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Herbaceous plants
Light: Part shade
Moisture: Dry
Water use: Low
Plant type: Annual Perennial Wildflower

From USDA PLANTS and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.