Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
depressa
ID:
356892

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) O.J.Blanch., Fryxell & D.M.Bates

Source:
cmp

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 11: 357 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000356224



Common Names

  • Kosteletzkya depressa
  • Kosteletzkya
  • Depressa


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Synonyms

  • Kosteletzkya pentasperma Griseb. [unknown]
  • Kosteletzkya sagittata C.Presl [unknown]
  • Kosteletzkya stellata Fernald [unknown]
  • Kosteletzkya hastata C.Presl [unknown]
  • Kosteletzkya hispida C.Presl [unknown]
  • Kosteletzkya asterocarpa Turcz. [unknown]
  • Kosteletzkya cordata C.Presl [unknown]
  • Kosteletzkya violacea Rose [unknown]
  • Kosteletzkya tampicensis (Moric.) Rose [unknown]
  • Visenia depressa (L.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Melochia diffusa Colla [unknown]
  • Melochia depressa L. [unknown]
  • Riedlea depressa (L.) DC. [unknown]
  • Pentagonocarpus hastatus Parl. [unknown]
  • Pentagonocarpus hispidus Parl. [unknown]
  • Pentagonocarpus sagittatus Parl. [unknown]
  • Pentagonocarpus cordatus Parl. [unknown]
  • Pentagonocarpus pentaspermus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pavonia berteroi Spreng. [unknown]
  • Sida carnea ex DC. [unknown]
  • Sida mociniana D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus cordatus D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus hastatus Cav. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus hispidus D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus pentaspermus Bert. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus preslii D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus sagittatus D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus tampicensis Moric. [unknown]

Description

Kosteletzkya depressa (also called Sea Lavender, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces small, white flowers. It typically grows in sandy, coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Kosteletzkya depressa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for deer, elk, and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kosteletzkya depressa has white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kosteletzkya depressa is a low-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 foot in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 6-9. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done through seed or cuttings taken in the spring or summer months.

Where to Find Kosteletzkya depressa

Kosteletzkya depressa is native to the Caribbean, from Cuba and the Bahamas south to Trinidad and Tobago.

Kosteletzkya depressa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kosteletzkya depressa?

Kosteletzkya depressa

What is the common name of Kosteletzkya depressa?

Depressed Sea-lavender

What is the family of Kosteletzkya depressa?

Malvaceae

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2333700: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.
David Martin Bates (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Bates' in the authors string.
Orland J. Blanchard: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.J.Blanch.' in the authors string.