Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
dura
ID:
715682

Status:
valid

Authors:
Orchard

Source:
ksu

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 2: 127 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715015



Common Names

  • Haloragis dura
  • Dura Plant
  • Haloragis Dura


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Description

Haloragis dura (also called 'Tough Haloragis', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval-shaped, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, sandy areas and is tolerant of a range of soil types.

Uses & Benefits

Haloragis dura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Haloragis dura is a white to pale yellow, 5-petalled star-shaped flower, with a diameter of about 1.5 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid-shaped seed, about 2 mm in length. The seedlings are small, thin and green, with a single cotyledon and two small, opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haloragis dura is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It is a member of the family Haloragaceae. It is a fast-growing plant with a spreading habit and can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. It has small, dark green leaves and white or pinkish flowers. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Haloragis dura

Haloragis dura is found in New Zealand.

Haloragis dura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haloragis dura?

Haloragis dura

What is the common name of Haloragis dura?

Hard Raspwort

What is the family of Haloragis dura?

Haloragaceae

Species in the Haloragaceae family

Glischrocaryon angustifolium, Glischrocaryon aureum, Glischrocaryon behrii, Glischrocaryon flavescens, Glischrocaryon roei, Glischrocaryon glandulosum, Glischrocaryon monospermum, Glischrocaryon gibsonii, Glischrocaryon racemosum, Glischrocaryon baeuerlenii, Glischrocaryon lucasii, Gonocarpus acanthocarpus, Gonocarpus aggregatus, Gonocarpus benthamii, Gonocarpus chinensis, Gonocarpus confertifolius, Gonocarpus cordiger, Gonocarpus diffusus, Gonocarpus effusus, Gonocarpus elatus, Gonocarpus ephemerus, Gonocarpus eremophilus, Gonocarpus ericifolius, Gonocarpus halconensis, Gonocarpus hirtus, Gonocarpus hispidus, Gonocarpus humilis, Gonocarpus implexus, Gonocarpus incanus, Gonocarpus intricatus, Gonocarpus leptothecus, Gonocarpus longifolius, Gonocarpus mezianus, Gonocarpus micranthus, Gonocarpus montanus, Gonocarpus nodulosus, Gonocarpus oreophilus, Gonocarpus paniculatus, Gonocarpus philippinensis, Gonocarpus pithyoides, Gonocarpus pusillus, Gonocarpus pycnostachyus, Gonocarpus rudis, Gonocarpus salsoloides, Gonocarpus sanguineus, Gonocarpus scordioides, Gonocarpus serpyllifolius, Gonocarpus simplex, Gonocarpus tetragynus, Gonocarpus teucrioides,