Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
minor
ID:
1295596

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrenk

Source:
tro

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Nov. 1: 11 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294934



Common Names

  • Horaninovia
  • Small-Leaved Horaninovia
  • Horaninovia Minor


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Description

Horaninovia minor (also called Minor Horaninovia, 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

Horaninovia minor is used as a fodder for livestock, and is also used in erosion control and land rehabilitation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Horaninovia minor is a small, yellow bloom with four petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Horaninovia minor can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Horaninovia minor

Horaninovia minor is native to the Mediterranean region, including Algeria, France, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Spain, and Tunisia.

Horaninovia minor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Horaninovia minor?

Horaninovia minor

What is the common name of Horaninovia minor?

Small Saltwort

What is the family of Horaninovia minor?

Amaranthaceae

Species in the Horaninovia 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,

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