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Fouquieria

Fouquieria

9.9
A spiny desert shrub or small tree often without leaves that stores water
  • noun
  • /fuːˈkiːəriə/
  • Specialized
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  • The ocotillo is a well-known species within the genus Fouquieria.

Examples

  • Many bird species build nests in the thorny branches of Fouquieria shrubs.

  • The Fouquieria tree thrives in arid environments.

  • Fouquieria plants have adapted to survive in arid conditions with minimal water.

  • The ocotillo is a well-known species within the genus Fouquieria.

  • Have you seen a Fouquieria in bloom?

  • Fouquieria plants have adapted to survive in arid conditions with minimal water.

  • Many bird species build nests in the thorny branches of Fouquieria shrubs.

Compounds

Fouquieria columnaris
  • Specialized
9.9

A tall column-shaped plant from Mexico with creamy yellow flowers that smell like honey

Fouquieria splendens
  • Specialized
9.9

A spiny desert shrub with long stems and red flowers after rain

Surface Forms

Fouquieria singular
Fouquierias plural

Etymology

Fouquieria comes from the last name Fouquier, because scientists often name plant groups after a person, so a helpful way to remember it is to think of the 'Fouquier' plants. That's why Fouquieria now refers to a group of desert shrubs, like the ocotillo, that are adapted to dry places.