Elytraria maritima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maritima
ID:
667404
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.K.Morton
Source:
cmp
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Revista Biol. (Lisbon) 1: 54 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666736
Common Names
- Seashore Elytraria
- Seashore False Foxglove
- Seashore False Foxglove-Elytraria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Elytraria maritima (also called Seashore Saltwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Elytraria maritima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used to control erosion and to provide shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Elytraria maritima are white in color and have five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Elytraria maritima is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month. Prune back in the fall to promote new growth in the spring.
Where to Find Elytraria maritima
Elytraria maritima is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.
Elytraria maritima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elytraria maritima?
Elytraria maritima
What type of plant is Elytraria maritima?
Elytraria maritima is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family.
Where is Elytraria maritima found?
Elytraria maritima is native to tropical Africa.
Species in the Elytraria genus
Elytraria acaulis, Elytraria bissei, Elytraria bromoides, Elytraria carolinensis, Elytraria cubana, Elytraria filicaulis, Elytraria imbricata, Elytraria ivorensis, Elytraria klugii, Elytraria macrophylla, Elytraria madagascariensis, Elytraria marginata, Elytraria maritima, Elytraria mexicana, Elytraria minor, Elytraria nodosa, Elytraria planifolia, Elytraria prolifera, Elytraria shaferi, Elytraria spathulifolia, Elytraria tuberosa, Elytraria serpens, Elytraria caroliniensis,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
John Kenneth Morton (1928-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.K.Morton' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.