Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
psammophila
ID:
358059

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bruyns

Source:
ksu

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 23: 233 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357391



Common Names

  • Kedrostis psammophila
  • Psammophila Kedrostis
  • Psammophila


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Description

Kedrostis psammophila (also called 'Cucumber Weed', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a prostrate habit and grows up to 20 cm tall. Its leaves are alternate, sessile, and have a triangular shape. It is found in sandy soils and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kedrostis psammophila is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is a great source of nectar for pollinators. It can also be used as a groundcover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kedrostis psammophila has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a single seed in each fruit. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and green, with two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kedrostis psammophila is an annual herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will need regular watering in hot, dry weather. It is best grown in USDA zones 8-10.

Where to Find Kedrostis psammophila

Kedrostis psammophila is found in the Middle East, from Syria to Saudi Arabia.

Kedrostis psammophila FAQ

What is the common name of Kedrostis psammophila?

Sand-loving Kedrostis

What is the scientific name of Sand-loving Kedrostis?

Kedrostis psammophila

What is the native range of Kedrostis psammophila?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,