Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
halimocnemis
ID:
1295614

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Botsch.) Botsch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Sborn. Geobot. Akad. Sukachev : 116 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294952

Common Names

  • Physandra
  • Halimocnemis Physandra
  • Physandra Halimocnemis

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Description

Physandra halimocnemis (also called Halimocnemis Saltbush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It has silvery-green foliage and yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. It is found in arid and semi-arid regions, growing in sandy soils, clay soils, and rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Physandra halimocnemis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Physandra halimocnemis is small and yellow, with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Physandra halimocnemis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy soil. Water regularly and keep in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Physandra halimocnemis

Physandra halimocnemis is found in the deserts of Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan.

Physandra halimocnemis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Physandra halimocnemis?

Physandra halimocnemis

What is the common name of Physandra halimocnemis?

Saltwort

What is the family of Physandra halimocnemis?

Amaranthaceae

Species in the Physandra 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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