Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
salsuginosum
ID:
1295894

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
tro

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Philos. Inst. Victoria 2: 77 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295232



Common Names

  • Osteocarpum salsuginosum
  • Salt-loving Osteocarpum
  • Salt-loving-leaf Osteocarpum


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Description

Osteocarpum salsuginosum (also called Salt-Tolerant Osteocarpum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 0.5m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in arid and semi-arid regions, often in saline soils.

Uses & Benefits

Osteocarpum salsuginosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Osteocarpum salsuginosum has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Osteocarpum salsuginosum is best done through seed sowing. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and protected from direct sunlight. Propagation can also be done through division of the clumps.

Where to Find Osteocarpum salsuginosum

Osteocarpum salsuginosum is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Osteocarpum salsuginosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osteocarpum salsuginosum?

Osteocarpum salsuginosum

What is the common name of Osteocarpum salsuginosum?

Salt-loving Osteocarpum

What is the natural habitat of Osteocarpum salsuginosum?

It is native to Australia and found in arid and semi-arid areas.

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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