Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
salsaparilha
ID:
658492

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Reise Bras. 1: 545 (1823)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000657824



Common Names

  • Herreria salsaparilha
  • Salsaparilha Herreria
  • Salsaparilha White-flower


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Description

Herreria salsaparilha (also called Sarsaparilla Herreria, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to the Pacific Coast of California and Baja California. It is found in coastal scrub and chaparral habitats, usually on rocky slopes and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Herreria salsaparilha is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Herreria salsaparilha has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, succulent leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Herreria salsaparilha is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It has large, glossy green leaves and produces small yellow flowers in the spring. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types but prefers well-drained soil.

Where to Find Herreria salsaparilha

Herreria salsaparilha is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Herreria salsaparilha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Herreria salsaparilha?

Herreria salsaparilha

What is the common name of Herreria salsaparilha?

Sarsaparilla Herreria

What is the natural habitat of Herreria salsaparilha?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,