Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Genus:
Species:
ciliata
ID:
769977

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hartog) Hartog

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Blumea 12: 309 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000769310

Common Names

  • Halodule Ciliata
  • Ciliata Halodule
  • Halodule Ciliata Plant

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Description

Halodule ciliata (also called ciliate halodule, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cymodoceaceae. It is an aquatic grass with long, thin leaves. It is native to the Indo-Pacific region, and it grows in shallow, sandy, and muddy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Halodule ciliata is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used to make traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Halodule ciliata has small yellow flowers that appear in the spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Halodule ciliata is a small perennial grass that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia and is found in the coastal regions of the country. It prefers full sun and moist soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Halodule ciliata

Halodule ciliata is native to the United States and can be found in the states of Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.

Halodule ciliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Halodule ciliata?

Halodule ciliata

What type of plant is Halodule ciliata?

Seagrass

Where can Halodule ciliata be found?

Tropical and subtropical coasts of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans

References

Cornelis den Hartog (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hartog' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:117124-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.