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
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.
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 Chrozophora genus
Chrozophora brocchiana,
Chrozophora gangetica,
Chrozophora mujunkumi,
Chrozophora oblongifolia,
Chrozophora plicata,
Chrozophora rottleri,
Chrozophora sabulosa,
Chrozophora senegalensis,
Chrozophora tinctoria,
Chrozophora tinctoria,
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,