Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sarodes
ID:
175757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.27: 118 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175086



Common Names

  • Marina Sarodes
  • Sea Lavender
  • Sea Thrift


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Description

Marina sarodes (also called Sarodes Mariposa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to California and Baja California. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m in height. It is found in dry, coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Marina sarodes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a hedge and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Marina sarodes has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender stem. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, slender stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marina sarodes is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.

Where to Find Marina sarodes

Marina sarodes is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in desert scrub, chaparral, and woodlands, typically in dry, rocky soils.

Marina sarodes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marina sarodes?

Marina sarodes

What is the family of Marina sarodes?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Marina sarodes?

Sea Daisy

Species in the Fabaceae family