Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
gerzensis
ID:
546578

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.H.Zhou

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Rep. Invest. Fl. Fauna Ah Li : 126 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545910



Common Names

  • Gerzen's Sandwort
  • Gerzen's Chickweed
  • Gerzen's Starwort


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Description

Arenaria gerzensis (also called Gerzen's Sandwort, among many other common names) is a small, mat-forming perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, linear leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in sandy soils and is found in coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Arenaria gerzensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is drought tolerant and can be used in rock gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arenaria gerzensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arenaria gerzensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers moist soils and can tolerate some flooding.

Where to Find Arenaria gerzensis

Arenaria gerzensis is found in dry, rocky habitats in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Arenaria gerzensis FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Arenaria gerzensis?

Arenaria gerzensis prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

What is the typical size of Arenaria gerzensis?

Arenaria gerzensis typically grows to a height of 6-12 inches.

What type of soil does Arenaria gerzensis prefer?

Arenaria gerzensis prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Arenaria genus

Arenaria funiculata, Arenaria glochidisperma, Arenaria piifontii, Arenaria suffruticosa, Arenaria achalensis, Arenaria aggregata, Arenaria aksayqingensis, Arenaria alfacarensis, Arenaria algarbiensis, Arenaria alpamarcae, Arenaria altorum, Arenaria amdoensis, Arenaria andina, Arenaria angustifolia, Arenaria angustifolioides, Arenaria antitaurica, Arenaria aphanantha, Arenaria arcuatociliata, Arenaria armerina, Arenaria aucheriana, Arenaria auricoma, Arenaria balansae, Arenaria balearica, Arenaria balfouriana, Arenaria barbata, Arenaria baxoiensis, Arenaria benthamii, Arenaria bertolonii, Arenaria bhutanica, Arenaria biflora, Arenaria bisulca, Arenaria boliviana, Arenaria bomiensis, Arenaria bourgaei, Arenaria brevipetala, Arenaria bryoides, Arenaria bryophylla, Arenaria bungei, Arenaria calycina, Arenaria cambodianum, Arenaria capillipes, Arenaria cariensis, Arenaria catamarcensis, Arenaria cerastioides, Arenaria chamdoensis, Arenaria chiapensis, Arenaria ciliata, Arenaria ciliolata, Arenaria cinerea, Arenaria commagenae,

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2649435: Based on the initial data import
Zhou Lihua (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.H.Zhou' in the authors string.