Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
monoica
ID:
438500

Status:
valid

Authors:
Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1776

Citation Micro:
in Onomat. Bot. Compl. 8: 798 (1776).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437832



Common Names

  • Suaeda monoica
  • Seablite
  • Sea Blite


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Synonyms

  • Lerchia monoica (Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Salsola monoica (Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.) Poir. [unknown]
  • Schoberia monoica (Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.) Steud. [unknown]

Description

Suaeda monoica (also called Monoecious Sea-blite, among many other common names) is a flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is an annual plant with small, spiny, grey-green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils, and is often found in disturbed areas, along roadsides, and in agricultural fields.

Uses & Benefits

Suaeda monoica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a soil stabilizer in coastal areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Suaeda monoica is a small, yellow-green, four-petaled flower. The seed is a small, three-angled, flattened, brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Suaeda monoica 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 monoica

Suaeda monoica is native to Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia and can be found in dry, sandy habitats.

Suaeda monoica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Suaeda monoica?

Suaeda monoica

What is the natural habitat of Suaeda monoica?

Salt marshes and coastal areas

What is the average height of Suaeda monoica?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2484357: Based on the initial data import
Johann Friedrich Gmelin (1748-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Gmel.' in the authors string.
Peter Forsskål (1732-1763): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forssk.' in the authors string.