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valid
Authors:
Jurtz. & R.Kam.
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tro
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294882
Common Names
- Ceratoides Saltbush
- Ceratoides Bush
- Ceratoides
Description
Ceratoides lenensis (also called Len's Ceratoides, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a thick, fleshy stem and its leaves are narrow and linear. Native to Central Asia, it is found in dry habitats such as steppes, deserts and saline soils.
Uses & Benefits
Ceratoides lenensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for erosion control and revegetation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ceratoides lenensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ceratoides lenensis is a low-growing, perennial shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated from seed or cuttings taken from mature plants.
Where to Find Ceratoides lenensis
Ceratoides lenensis can be found in areas of the Mediterranean, Middle East, and Central Asia.
Ceratoides lenensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ceratoides lenensis?
Ceratoides lenensis
What type of plant is Ceratoides lenensis?
It is an annual herb.
Where is Ceratoides lenensis found?
It is found in the Caucasus region.
Species in the Ceratoides 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,