Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
schimperi
ID:
438199

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 13(2): 154 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437531

Common Names

  • Schimperi Sevada
  • Schimperi's Sevada
  • Sevada Schimperi

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Synonyms

  • Suaeda schimperi (Moq.) Ulbr. [unknown]
  • Suaeda vermiculata puberula C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Suaeda schimperi Martelli [unknown]

Description

Sevada schimperi (also called Schimper's Sevada, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is an annual herb with small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it grows in dry, sunny places.

Uses & Benefits

Sevada schimperi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in landscaping to provide a tropical look and feel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sevada schimperi is a yellow and white flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sevada schimperi is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, sowing in spring or autumn. Alternatively, cuttings can be taken from the tips of new shoots in spring or summer.

Where to Find Sevada schimperi

Sevada schimperi is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Sevada schimperi FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Sevada schimperi?

Sevada schimperi prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What kind of soil is best for Sevada schimperi?

Sevada schimperi prefers well-draining, sandy soil.

How much light does Sevada schimperi need?

Sevada schimperi prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

Species in the Sevada 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,