Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
esteroa
ID:
1295508

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ferren & S.A.Whitmore

Source:
tro

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Madroño 30(3): 182. 1983

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294846



Common Names

  • Seablite
  • Sea-blite
  • Sea Blite


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Description

Suaeda esteroa (also called Seablite, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has thick, fleshy leaves and grows in salty soils in coastal areas, salt marshes, and salt flats.

Uses & Benefits

Suaeda esteroa is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for erosion control and revegetation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Suaeda esteroa 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Suaeda esteroa is a low-growing, annual shrub that grows in dry, sandy soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated from seed.

Where to Find Suaeda esteroa

Suaeda esteroa can be found in areas of the Mediterranean, Middle East, and Central Asia.

Suaeda esteroa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Suaeda esteroa?

Suaeda esteroa

What type of plant is Suaeda esteroa?

It is an annual herb.

Where is Suaeda esteroa found?

It is found in the Caucasus region.

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 tro-7200850: Based on the initial data import
Wayne Richter Ferren (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ferren' in the authors string.
Sherry A. Whitmore: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Whitmore' in the authors string.