Rhagodia preissii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
preissii
ID:
1295510
Status:
valid
Authors:
Moq.
Source:
tro
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 13(2): 49 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294848
Common Names
- Round-leaf Pigface
- Round Leaf Pigface
- Roundleaf Pigface
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhagodia preissii (also called Preiss's Saltbush, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to Australia. It has small, grey-green, succulent leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in arid and semi-arid areas, and is found in sandy soils and rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Rhagodia preissii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for erosion control and revegetation.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Rhagodia preissii sub. obovata (Moq.) Paul G.WilsonFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhagodia preissii has small, yellow flowers and small, winged fruits. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhagodia preissii is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows in dry, sandy soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated from seed or cuttings taken from mature plants.
Where to Find Rhagodia preissii
Rhagodia preissii can be found in areas of the Mediterranean, Middle East, and Central Asia.
Rhagodia preissii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhagodia preissii?
Rhagodia preissii
What type of plant is Rhagodia preissii?
It is an annual herb.
Where is Rhagodia preissii found?
It is found in the Caucasus region.
Species in the Rhagodia 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-7200869: Based on the initial data import
Christian Horace Benedict Alfred Moquin-Tandon (1804-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moq.' in the authors string.