Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
saharae
ID:
90995

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pomel) Y.R.Ling

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 11(4): 19, as 'saharum' (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090324



Common Names

  • Seriphidium saharae
  • Sahara Seriphidium
  • Sahara Wormwood


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Synonyms

  • Artemisia poljakovii Filatova [unknown]
  • Seriphidium botschantzevii (Filatova) Y.R.Ling [unknown]
  • Seriphidium poljakovii (Filatova) Y.R.Ling [unknown]
  • Artemisia botschantzevii Filatova [unknown]
  • Seriphidium densifolium (Filatova) Y.R.Ling [unknown]
  • Artemisia herba-alba saharae (Pomel) Quézel & Santa [unknown]
  • Artemisia densifolia Filatova [unknown]
  • Artemisia saharae Pomel [unknown]

Description

Seriphidium saharae (also called Sahara Wormwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with needle-like leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Sahara Desert and grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Seriphidium saharae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where other plants cannot grow. The plant is also used to make herbal teas and infusions that can help reduce inflammation and improve digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Seriphidium saharae is a yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Seriphidium saharae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Seriphidium saharae

Seriphidium saharae is native to North Africa and the Middle East. It can be found in dry areas, such as deserts and steppes.

Seriphidium saharae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Seriphidium saharae?

Seriphidium saharae

What is the common name of Seriphidium saharae?

Sahara Wormwood

What is the family of Seriphidium saharae?

Asteraceae

Where is Seriphidium saharae found?

Sahara Desert

What is the height of Seriphidium saharae?

30–60 cm

Species in the Seriphidium genus

Seriphidium glaucinum, Seriphidium tenuisectum, Seriphidium scotinum, Seriphidium ramosum, Seriphidium elongatum, Seriphidium mongolorum, Seriphidium nutans, Seriphidium tecti-mundi, Seriphidium densiflorum, Seriphidium lercheanum, Seriphidium tianschanicum, Seriphidium santolinum, Seriphidium amoenum, Seriphidium vermiculatum, Seriphidium tauricum, Seriphidium herba-alba, Seriphidium oranense, Seriphidium gurganicum, Seriphidium stenocephalum, Seriphidium kaschgaricum, Seriphidium eremophilum, Seriphidium turcomanicum, Seriphidium validum, Seriphidium thomsonianum, Seriphidium baldshuanicum, Seriphidium halophilum, Seriphidium nigricans, Seriphidium bicolor, Seriphidium rhodanthum, Seriphidium arenicola, Seriphidium balchanorum, Seriphidium junceum, Seriphidium badghysi, Seriphidium oliverianum, Seriphidium kasakorum, Seriphidium czukavinae, Seriphidium minchunense, Seriphidium ciniforme, Seriphidium camelorum, Seriphidium gracilescens, Seriphidium vallesiacum, Seriphidium ifranensis, Seriphidium aucheri, Seriphidium fulvellum, Seriphidium transiliense, Seriphidium brevifolium, Seriphidium mogoltavicum, Seriphidium maritimum, Seriphidium gypsaceum, Seriphidium compactum,

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

Auguste Pomel (1821-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pomel' in the authors string.
Yeou Ruenn Ling (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.R.Ling' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:962906-1: Based on the initial data import