Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
spinosa
ID:
709478

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Moq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 13(2): 119 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708811



Common Names

  • Grayia spinosa
  • Spiny Grayia
  • Grayia


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Synonyms

  • Atriplex grayi Collotzi ex W.A.Weber [unknown]
  • Atriplex spinosa Collotzi ex C.L.Hitchc. [unknown]
  • Chenopodium spinosum Hook. [unknown]
  • Grayia polygaloides Hook. & Arn. [unknown]

Description

Grayia spinosa (also called Spiny Hop Sage, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has small, yellow flowers and spiny branches. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as deserts and canyons.

Uses & Benefits

Grayia spinosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used to attract beneficial insects like bees and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grayia spinosa is a small, yellow, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grayia spinosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Plants should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Grayia spinosa

Grayia spinosa is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas.

Grayia spinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grayia spinosa?

Grayia spinosa

What type of plant is Grayia spinosa?

Grayia spinosa is a shrub

What is the common name of Grayia spinosa?

Grayia spinosa is also known as Spiny Hop-sage

Species in the Grayia 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2831970: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Christian Horace Benedict Alfred Moquin-Tandon (1804-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moq.' in the authors string.