Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
prostrata
ID:
715757

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1776

Citation Micro:
Char. Gen. Pl. : 62 (1776)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715090



Common Names

  • Haloragis prostrata
  • Prostrate Haloragis
  • Prostrate Water-plantain


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Description

Haloragis prostrata (also called Prostrate, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous perennial plant native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and is found in heathland and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Haloragis prostrata sub. coquana Orchard
Haloragis prostrata sub. tuvaluensis Orchard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Haloragis prostrata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haloragis prostrata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Haloragis prostrata

Haloragis prostrata is found in New Zealand.

Haloragis prostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haloragis prostrata?

Haloragis prostrata

What is the common name of Haloragis prostrata?

Prostrate Raspwort

What is the family of Haloragis prostrata?

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,

References

Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Johann Reinhold Forster (1729-1798): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Forst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:430286-1: Based on the initial data import