Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
arenarium
ID:
694160

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Decne. ex Benth.) Liede

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 21: 43 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693493



Common Names

  • Funastrum arenarium
  • Arenarium Funastrum
  • Funastrum


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Synonyms

  • Sarcostemma arenarium Decne. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Philibertia arenarium (Decne. ex Benth.) Liede [unknown]

Description

Funastrum arenarium (also called Sand Milkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a sprawling habit. It is native to North America, and is found in grasslands, meadows and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Funastrum arenarium is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is a low-maintenance plant that is drought-tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Funastrum arenarium has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, round cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Funastrum arenarium is a hardy, herbaceous perennial that grows from 8-12 inches tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a seed bed outdoors. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Funastrum arenarium

Funastrum arenarium can be found in parts of North America, including Arizona, California, and Nevada.

Funastrum arenarium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Funastrum arenarium?

Funastrum arenarium

What is the natural habitat of Funastrum arenarium?

It is found in dry, rocky places in the Mediterranean region.

What is the flowering period of Funastrum arenarium?

It flowers from March to May.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:991483-1: Based on the initial data import