Status:
valid
Authors:
Iljin
Source:
cmp
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
Izv. Glavn. Bot. Sada S.S.S.R. 26: 115 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437611
Common Names
- Kossinskyi Suaeda
- Kossinskyi's Suaeda
- Suaeda Kossinskyi
Synonyms
- Suaeda balchaschensis Pavlov [unknown]
Description
Suaeda kossinskyi (also called Kossinsky's Seaberry, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is an evergreen shrub with small, linear leaves that are arranged in a rosette pattern. The leaves are green in color and have a waxy texture. The plant produces small, yellow flowers in the summer. It is found in coastal areas, on cliffs, and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Suaeda kossinskyi 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 flowers of Suaeda kossinskyi are small, yellow and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Suaeda kossinskyi is an annual plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed. The plant prefers a dry, well-drained soil and a warm, dry climate. It should be grown in full sun and should be protected from strong winds. The plant should be watered sparingly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Suaeda kossinskyi
Suaeda kossinskyi is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece. It can be found in dry, sandy areas.
Suaeda kossinskyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Suaeda kossinskyi?
Suaeda kossinskyi
What is the natural habitat of Suaeda kossinskyi?
Salt marshes and coastal areas
What is the average height of Suaeda kossinskyi?
0.5-1.5 meters
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,