Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaberrima
ID:
124842

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Wright ex Griseb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 155 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124171



Common Names

  • Smooth Salmea
  • Smooth Salsola
  • Glabrous Salmea


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Description

Salmea glaberrima (also called Smooth Salmea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that can grow up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Caucasus region and is found in meadows and steppes.

Uses & Benefits

Salmea glaberrima is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salmea glaberrima has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salmea glaberrima is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8.

Where to Find Salmea glaberrima

Salmea glaberrima is native to Europe, and can be found in grasslands and heaths.

Salmea glaberrima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salmea glaberrima?

Salmea glaberrima

What is the common name of Salmea glaberrima?

Smooth Salmea

What is the habitat of Salmea glaberrima?

It is found in meadows, grasslands, and open forests in South Africa.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-85282: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Charles Wright (1811-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Wright' in the authors string.