Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
algarvica
ID:
721297

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chaudhri

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Meded. Bot. Mus. Herb. Rijks Univ. Utrecht 285: 346 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720630

Common Names

  • Herniaria algarvica
  • Algarve Herniaria
  • Algarve Rupturewort

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Description

Herniaria algarvica (also called Algarve Germander, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae. It is an evergreen perennial herb, growing to a height of 10 cm. It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Herniaria algarvica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Herniaria algarvica is small and white in color. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Herniaria algarvica is a perennial herb that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Herniaria algarvica

Herniaria algarvica is found in the Mediterranean region.

Herniaria algarvica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Herniaria algarvica?

Herniaria algarvica

What type of plant is Herniaria algarvica?

Herbaceous plant

What is the natural habitat of Herniaria algarvica?

Grassy areas

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,

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