Cnidoscolus texanus
(Texas Bullnettle)
Cnidoscolus texanus, Reimers Ranch Park, Travis Co. 4788
Cnidoscolus texanus, Reimers Ranch Park, Travis Co. 4774
Cnidoscolus texanus, Inks Lake State Park, Burnet Co. 2297
Cnidoscolus texanus, Along CR 310 southeast of Llano, Llano Co. 3134
Cnidoscolus texanus, Along CR 310 southeast of Llano, Llano Co. 3137
Cnidoscolus texanus, Along CR 310 southeast of Llano, Llano Co. 3131
| Scientific Name | Cnidoscolus texanus | USDA PLANTS Symbol | CNTE |
| Common Name | Texas Bullnettle, Mala Mujer | ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. | 28257 |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae (Spurge) | SEINet Reference |
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| Description | Habitat: Sandy soils, rangelands and disturbed areas. Plant: Perennial bush about 2 feet tall and up to 3 feet across; several stems with many prickles. Leaves: Large dark green alternate leaves, deeply lobed with prominent veins and prickles on surfaces; ruffled appearance. Inflorescence: Showy white blossoms about 1-1/2 inches across; 5 sepals (no petals), 10 cream-white stamens. Bloom Period: April to July (or later). References: "Manual of the Vascular plants of Texas" by Correll and Johnston, SEINet, and Wildflower Center. |
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Texas Status: Native |
Banner photo of Castilleja indivisa and Lupinus ssp. taken along FM 1323 north of Johnson City, Blanco County
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