How to Grow and Care for Nama

Jamaicanweed is a tropical species often considered a weed. it grows in low, wide-spreading rosettes with hairy stems, and when small can be confused with Valerianella olitoria. However, they can be differentiated by the number of stamens the flowers have (five for jamaicanweed).

Nama demissum grows to three inches high in a small patch of hairy glandular herbage. The flowers range from pinkish to purple. It blooms from winter to spring.

Nama hispidum is an annual flowering plant. Common names include sand bells, rough nama, and bristly nama. Sand bells grow in the American desert southwest.

Lobb's fiddleleaf is a perennial herb that typically thrives in arid conditions, displaying an inherent resilience. It features succulent leaves which store water, allowing it to inhabit dry, rocky substrates. The plant is distinguished by its vibrant blue to purple funnel-shaped flowers, which bloom prominently and attract a variety of pollinators, contributing to its reproductive success in challenging environments.

Rothrock's fiddleleaf is a resilient desert-dwelling plant known for its delicate blue flowers and silvery-green foliage. It thrives in the harsh conditions of sandy or rocky soils, where its deep roots seek out moisture. The plant is characterized by a low, spreading habit, with fuzzy leaves offering a distinct texture. This adaptation, alongside its drought-tolerant nature, typifies rothrock's fiddleleaf's remarkable ability to persist in arid climates.