Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
sabulosa
ID:
853387

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kar. & Kir.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 15: 446 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000852722

Common Names

  • Chrozophora sabulosa
  • Sandy Chrozophora
  • Sabulosa Chrozophora

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Description

Chrozophora sabulosa (also called Sand Chrozophora, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to the Mediterranean region and parts of the Middle East. It is an annual herb that grows in meadows and grasslands, and is often found in disturbed areas. It has a tufted inflorescence, and its leaves are long and narrow with a pointed tip.

Uses & Benefits

Chrozophora sabulosa is used as a medicinal plant, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrozophora sabulosa has small yellow flowers, with the seed being a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrozophora sabulosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers sandy or loamy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Chrozophora sabulosa

Chrozophora sabulosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Chrozophora sabulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrozophora sabulosa?

Chrozophora sabulosa

What are the common names of Chrozophora sabulosa?

Sandy chrozophora

What is the habitat of Chrozophora sabulosa?

Grasslands, meadows, and pastures

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-39833: Based on the initial data import
Grigori Karelin (1801-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kar.' in the authors string.
Ivan Petrovich Kirilov (1821-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kir.' in the authors string.