Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
maierae
ID:
508049

Status:
valid

Authors:
Orchard

Source:
ksu

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 15: 434 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507381



Common Names

  • Maierae Haloragis
  • Haloragis maierae
  • Maierae's Haloragis


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Description

Haloragis maierae (also called Maier's Haloragis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to arid regions of Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in dry woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Haloragis maierae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Haloragis maierae is a white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haloragis maierae is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Germination can take up to a month.

Where to Find Haloragis maierae

Haloragis maierae is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela.

Haloragis maierae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haloragis maierae?

Haloragis maierae

What is the natural habitat of Haloragis maierae?

It is found in wetland areas in Australia.

What are the characteristics of Haloragis maierae?

It is an annual herb with small, white flowers and a long, slender stem.

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,