Status:
valid
Authors:
(M.Bieb.) Ledeb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1829
Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. 1: 10 (1829)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509483
Common Names
- Halogeton Glomeratus
- Glomeratus Halogeton
- Halogeton Glomeratus
Synonyms
- Salsola glomerata Stephan ex Moq. [unknown]
- Anabasis glomerata M.Bieb. [unknown]
- Halogeton glomeratus (M.Bieb.) C.A.Mey. [unknown]
- Halogeton glomeratus glomeratus [unknown]
Description
Halogeton glomeratus (also called Glomerate Halogeton, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to the United States and is found in dry, saline soils.
Uses & Benefits
Halogeton glomeratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and anti-tumor properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Halogeton glomeratus is white or cream-colored, tubular in shape with 5 petals. The seed is an ovoid-shaped nut with a woody shell. Seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Halogeton glomeratus is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Halogeton glomeratus
Halogeton glomeratus is found in India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
Halogeton glomeratus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Halogeton glomeratus?
Halogeton glomeratus
What is the natural habitat of Halogeton glomeratus?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What is the flowering period of Halogeton glomeratus?
Spring to summer
Species in the Halogeton 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,