Status:
valid
Authors:
Akhani
Source:
cmp
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 30: 291 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000565178
Common Names
- Bienertia sinuspersici
- Persian Gulf Bienertia
- Persian Gulf Saltwort
Description
Bienertia sinuspersici (also called 'Sinuspersici', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central Asia. It has a rounded crown and a single stem that can reach up to 1m in height. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white or pink. It is found in moist forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Bienertia sinuspersici is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bienertia sinuspersici is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bienertia sinuspersici is a low-maintenance plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few months. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Bienertia sinuspersici
Bienertia sinuspersici is native to the Middle East.
Bienertia sinuspersici FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bienertia sinuspersici?
Bienertia sinuspersici
What is the common name of Bienertia sinuspersici?
Persian Gulf bienertia
Where is Bienertia sinuspersici native to?
Tropical Africa
Species in the Bienertia genus
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens,
Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,