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Macromeria viridiflora

Giant Trumpets

a perennial member of the Macromeria genus in the family Boraginaceae.

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Taxonomy and growth

Life cycle
perennial
Height
0.9 m
Fertility
Insects
Flower type
hermaphrodite
Pollinators
Insects

Uses

Medicinal uses

Historical medicinal uses. These records describe reported uses. They do not establish safety or effectiveness. Ask a qualified health professional before using any plant medicinally.

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The dried plant, combined with mullein (Verbascum species) has been smoked in the treatment of craziness and fits[2].

Product or use
Miscellany

Material uses

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The plant was collected by the Hopi Indians, dried and mixed with wild tobacco and used in rain-making ceremonies[1].

Environment

Range
South-western N. America - New Mexico to Arizona and N. Mexico.
Habitat
Rocky slopes and in valleys in pine forest and in scrub, 1000 - 2750 metres[1].
Light
full sun
Shade tolerance
no shade
Water
moderate
Hardiness
Zone 7+
Soil textures
sandy, loamy, clay
Soil pH
acid, neutral, alkaline
Drainage
well drained
Tolerates Nutritionally Poor Soil
No
Drought
intolerant

Propagation

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Seed - sow spring in a greenhouse. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts

Cultivation

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Requires a well-drained soil and a position in full sun[1]. Plants are hardy to about -15°c[1].

References

  1. Phillips. R. & Rix. M. Perennials Volumes 1 and 2. Pan Books 1991-00-00 ISBN 0-330-30936-9

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  2. Moerman. D. Native American Ethnobotany Timber Press. Oregon. 1998-00-00 ISBN 0-88192-453-9

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