species 3,956 observations
Narrowleaf Four o'Clock
Mirabilis linearis
Field notes
Mirabilis linearis, commonly known as narrowleaf four o'clock, is a species of plant. Among the Zuni people, the root is eaten to induce urination and vomiting. They also take an infusion of the root for stomachache.
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native animals
supported in the US
supported in the US
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Caterpillars
Moths and butterflies raised on it
White-lined Sphinx, New Mexico Carpet Moth, Jewel-studded Sand Verbena Sun Moth, Orange-banded Jewel-studded Sun Moth
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Flower visitors
Pollinators and other flower visitors
Convergent Lady Beetle, Dogwood-Milkweed Aphid, Broad-billed Hummingbird, Red-eared Blister Beetle
5
Children
Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Herbaceous plants
- Light
- Full sun
- Moisture
- Dry
- Water use
- Low
- Plant type
- Perennial Wildflower
From USDA PLANTS and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.