Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
aegyptiaca
ID:
438223

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hasselq.) Zohary

Source:
cmp

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 55: 635 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437555



Common Names

  • Aegyptiaca Suaeda
  • Aegyptiaca's Suaeda
  • Suaeda Aegyptiaca


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Synonyms

  • Lerchia hortensis (Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Lerchia baccata (Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Salsola baccata (Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.) Poir. [unknown]
  • Suaeda hortensis Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Suaeda baccata Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Schanginia baccata (Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.) Moq. [unknown]
  • Schanginia hortensis (Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.) Moq. [unknown]
  • Schanginia aegyptiaca (Hasselq.) Aellen [unknown]
  • Schoberia hortensis (Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.) Steud. [unknown]
  • Chenopodium aegyptiacum Hasselq. [unknown]
  • Chenopodium hortense (Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.) Schult. [unknown]
  • Enchylaena aegyptiaca (Hasselq.) Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Suaeda aegyptiaca (also called Egyptian Suaeda, 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

Suaeda aegyptiaca is used as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions and as a vegetable in salads. It is also used in landscaping to provide a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Suaeda aegyptiaca is a yellow flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Suaeda aegyptiaca is a perennial shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is tolerant of drought and salt and grows best in full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Suaeda aegyptiaca

Suaeda aegyptiaca is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Suaeda aegyptiaca FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Suaeda aegyptiaca?

Suaeda aegyptiaca prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What kind of soil is best for Suaeda aegyptiaca?

Suaeda aegyptiaca prefers well-draining, sandy soil.

How much light does Suaeda aegyptiaca need?

Suaeda aegyptiaca prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

Species in the Suaeda genus

Suaeda aegyptiaca, Suaeda acuminata, Suaeda vermiculata, Suaeda vera, Suaeda ifniensis, Suaeda foliosa, Suaeda heterophylla, Suaeda glauca, Suaeda microphylla, Suaeda merxmuelleri, Suaeda microsperma, Suaeda linifolia, Suaeda kossinskyi, Suaeda maritima, Suaeda altissima, Suaeda arcuata, Suaeda arguinensis, Suaeda aralocaspica, Suaeda dendroides, Suaeda eltonica, Suaeda confusa, Suaeda corniculata, Suaeda monoica, Suaeda paradoxa, Suaeda palaestina, Suaeda pelagica, Suaeda physophora, Suaeda spicata, Suaeda splendens, Suaeda plumosa, Suaeda pruinosa, Suaeda przewalskii, Suaeda monodiana, Suaeda lehmannii, Suaeda volkensii, Suaeda asphaltica, Suaeda palmeri, Suaeda densiflora, Suaeda rolandii, Suaeda jacoensis, Suaeda neuquenensis, Suaeda argentinensis, Suaeda calceoliformis, Suaeda patagonica, Suaeda heteroptera, Suaeda depressa, Suaeda divaricata, Suaeda torreyana, Suaeda californica, Suaeda conferta,

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 kew-2483924: Based on the initial data import
Michael Zohary (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zohary' in the authors string.
Fredrik Hasselqvist (1722-1752): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hasselq.' in the authors string.