Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) K.Bremer
Source:
gcc
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 129(2): 107 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020138
Common Names
- Rosenia Oppositifolia
- Opposite-leaved Rosenia
- Opposite-leaved False Rosemary
Synonyms
- Polychaetia oppositifolia DC. [unknown]
- Nestlera prostrata Harv. [unknown]
- Nestlera oppositifolia DC. [unknown]
- Rosenia angustifolia Compton [unknown]
- Nestlera levynsae Hutch. [unknown]
Description
Rosenia oppositifolia (also called Sea Lavender, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and grows in sandy soils in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rosenia oppositifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rosenia oppositifolia has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rosenia oppositifolia is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Rosenia oppositifolia
Rosenia oppositifolia can be found in the western United States, primarily in California and Nevada.
Rosenia oppositifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rosenia oppositifolia?
Rosenia oppositifolia
What is the common name of Rosenia oppositifolia?
Rosenia
What is the natural habitat of Rosenia oppositifolia?
Mountain slopes, meadows, and steppes
Species in the Rosenia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
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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,