Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
721359

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lapeyr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Pyrénées : 127 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720692

Common Names

  • Herniaria Latifolia
  • Broad-leaved Rupturewort
  • Broad-leaved Herniaria

Searching for Herniaria latifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Herniaria pyrenaica J.Gay ex Lacaita [unknown]

Description

Herniaria latifolia (also called Broad-leaved Rock-rose, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen, mat-forming shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny places, including rocky and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Herniaria latifolia is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that is used as a ground cover in gardens and as a lawn substitute. It is also used to reduce soil erosion and to provide habitat for beneficial insects.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Herniaria latifolia sub. litardierei Gamisans

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Herniaria latifolia has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

Searching for Herniaria latifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Herniaria latifolia is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that is native to Europe and North Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Herniaria latifolia

Herniaria latifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia.

Herniaria latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Herniaria latifolia?

Herniaria latifolia

What is the common name of Herniaria latifolia?

Broad-leaved Herniaria

What is the habitat of Herniaria latifolia?

Herniaria latifolia is found in dry, sunny, and rocky habitats

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