Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
maritimum
ID:
23381

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
gcc

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Zoe 5: 162 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022710



Common Names

  • Seaside Porephyllum
  • Seaside Purslane
  • Seaside Portulaca


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Synonyms

  • Porophyllum porfyreum Rose & Standl. [unknown]

Description

Porophyllum maritimum (also called Sea Purslane, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, open areas such as chaparral, coastal sage scrub, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Porophyllum maritimum is a species of plant in the Asteraceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Porophyllum maritimum has yellow flowers with five petals and a long central style. The seeds are small, black and smooth. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porophyllum maritimum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It prefers dry, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or division of the root crown. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring in a well-prepared seedbed. Division of the root crown should be done in the fall or spring. Plants can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Porophyllum maritimum

Porophyllum maritimum is native to the United States and can be found in coastal areas and salt marshes.

Porophyllum maritimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Porophyllum maritimum?

Porophyllum maritimum

What type of plant is Porophyllum maritimum?

It is a perennial herb.

Where is Porophyllum maritimum found?

It is found in South America.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References