Halimocnemis macrantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrantha
ID:
1295580
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
tro
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ross. 3: 848 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294918
Common Names
- Macrantha Saltbush
- Macrantha Bush
- Macrantha
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Halimocnemis macrantha (also called Large-flowered Halimocnemis, 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
Halimocnemis macrantha is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for erosion control and revegetation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Halimocnemis macrantha 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Halimocnemis macrantha is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows in dry, sandy soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated from seed or cuttings taken from mature plants.
Where to Find Halimocnemis macrantha
Halimocnemis macrantha can be found in areas of the Mediterranean, Middle East, and Central Asia.
Halimocnemis macrantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Halimocnemis macrantha?
Halimocnemis macrantha
What type of plant is Halimocnemis macrantha?
It is a perennial herb.
Where is Halimocnemis macrantha found?
It is found in the Caucasus region.
Species in the Halimocnemis 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 tro-7201190: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.