Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
179211

Status:
valid

Authors:
Liebm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn1853: 103 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178540



Common Names

  • Marina gracilis
  • Graceful Marina
  • Graceful Marina


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Synonyms

  • Parosela delicata Rose [valid]
  • Dalea delicata Greenm. [valid]

Description

Marina gracilis (also called Slender Marina, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States. It has bright yellow flowers and grows in open woodlands and prairies. It prefers moist, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Marina gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Marina gracilis has white flowers with yellow centers. Seed: Marina gracilis has small, black seeds. Seedlings: Marina gracilis seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marina gracilis is a tropical tree that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in late spring. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Marina gracilis

Marina gracilis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in coastal areas and salt marshes.

Marina gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marina gracilis?

Marina gracilis

What is the common name of Marina gracilis?

Marina

What is the family of Marina gracilis?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family