Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
subaphyllus
ID:
715892

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.A.Mey.) Botsch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 18: 171 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715225



Common Names

  • Subaphyllus Halothamnus
  • Subaphyllus Saltbush
  • Saltbush


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Description

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Halothamnus subaphyllus sub. charifii (Aellen) Kothe-Heinr.
Halothamnus subaphyllus sub. psammophilus (Botsch.) Kothe-Heinr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Halothamnus subaphyllus 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 subaphyllus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 2 m. It is best propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. The cuttings should be about 10 cm long and should be placed in a well-drained medium such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted. Once rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown on until they are ready to be planted out.

Where to Find Halothamnus subaphyllus

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

Halothamnus subaphyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Halothamnus subaphyllus?

Halothamnus subaphyllus

What is the common name of Halothamnus subaphyllus?

Sub-leaved halothamnus

What is the natural habitat of Halothamnus subaphyllus?

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-2838890: Based on the initial data import
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
Victor Botchantsev (1910-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Botsch.' in the authors string.