White ratany (Krameria grayi)

White ratany

White ratany (Krameria grayi) is a perennial shrub with grayish-green to grayish-white foliage and loose clusters of beautiful purple blossoms that bloom from spring to fall. Fruit ripens in fall and is purple and covered with curved thorns. Native to Mexico's Baja California it is commonly found growing in rocky dry soil and desert areas.

Scientific classification

Species

White ratany (Krameria grayi)

Creosote bush and allies

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Perennial, Annual

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

Spring, Summer

Bloom Time

61 cm to 1.5 m

Plant Height

Evergreen

Leaf type

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Distribution of White ratany

Distribution Map

White ratany is a plant primarily native to the arid and semi-arid regions of North America. Over time, its presence has been reported beyond its native range due to the natural spread and possibly human intervention, though specific introduced ranges are not extensively documented.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Dry, desert environments

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Care Guide for White ratany

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Adapted to arid environments, white ratany thrives with minimal moisture and exceptional drought tolerance, requiring watering every 2-3 weeks. Preferable in full sun, white ratany is ideal for xeriscaping, promoting landscaping that minimizes supplemental watering while preventing overwatering stress.

Fertilize: To ensure optimal health, white ratany needs periodic fertilization with balanced N-P-K every 2-3 months. Use high-nitrogen fertilizers for vegetative growth and slow-release types for steady nutrients. Water the soil before application and adjust feeding based on seasonal requirements, reducing during dormancy.

Pruning: White ratany is a unique shrub with bright pinkish-purple flowers. Prune in early to late winter while dormant, focusing on dead branches and thinning crowds. This enhances air circulation and sunlight, promotes healthy growth, maintains shape, manages spread, and improves next season's flowering.

Propagation: White ratany is a resilient shrub from arid regions, prized for its drought resistance. Propagation through semi-woody cuttings is effective; use rooting hormone and well-draining soil. Consistent moisture and a warm environment foster successful rooting, enabling the establishment of new white ratany specimens.

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