Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
gypsostrata
ID:
546663

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 75: 481 (1993 publ. 1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000545995



Common Names

  • Gypsum Sandwort
  • Gypsum Arenaria
  • Gypsum Sand-wort


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Description

Arenaria gypsostrata (also called Gypsum 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 gypsostrata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arenaria gypsostrata 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 gypsostrata 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 gypsostrata

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

Arenaria gypsostrata FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Arenaria gypsostrata?

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

What is the typical size of Arenaria gypsostrata?

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

What type of soil does Arenaria gypsostrata prefer?

Arenaria gypsostrata 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-2649516: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.