Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
hierochunticus
ID:
715876

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bornm.) Botsch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 18: 156 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715209



Common Names

  • Hierochunticus Halothamnus
  • Hierochunticus Saltbush
  • Saltbush


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Synonyms

  • Salsola hierochuntica Bornm. [unknown]
  • Aellenia hierochuntica (Bornm.) Aellen [unknown]

Description

Halothamnus hierochunticus (also called Hierochuntic Halothamnus, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous perennial plant native to the Middle East. It has small, yellow flowers and is found in heathland and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Halothamnus hierochunticus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is durable and resistant to rot.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Halothamnus hierochunticus has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Halothamnus hierochunticus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Halothamnus hierochunticus

Halothamnus hierochunticus is native to the Middle East. It can be found in dry areas such as deserts and rocky areas.

Halothamnus hierochunticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Halothamnus hierochunticus?

Halothamnus hierochunticus

What is the common name of Halothamnus hierochunticus?

Hierochuntic halothamnus

What is the natural habitat of Halothamnus hierochunticus?

It is native to Australia and New Zealand, and is found in moist grasslands, open woodlands, and along streambanks.

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-2838868: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.
Victor Botchantsev (1910-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Botsch.' in the authors string.