Status:
valid
Authors:
Guillaumin
Source:
wcs
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 32: 403 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000434547
Common Names
- Halopegia perrieri
- Perrieri Halopegia
- Halopegia Perrieri
Description
Halopegia perrieri (also called 'Perrier's Halopegia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Madagascar. It has small, ovate leaves and grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Halopegia perrieri is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Halopegia perrieri is small and white. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Halopegia perrieri is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Halopegia perrieri
Halopegia perrieri can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Halopegia perrieri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Halopegia perrieri?
Halopegia perrieri
What is the common name of Halopegia perrieri?
Perrier's Halopegia
What is the habitat of Halopegia perrieri?
Dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and scrubland
Species in the Halopegia genus
Species in the Marantaceae family
Afrocalathea rhizantha,
Calathea anderssonii,
Calathea annae,
Calathea anulque,
Calathea argyrophylla,
Calathea arrabidae,
Calathea asplundii,
Calathea bachemiana,
Calathea brenesii,
Calathea caesariata,
Calathea cannoides,
Calathea casupito,
Calathea chimboracensis,
Calathea congesta,
Calathea crotalifera,
Calathea dicephala,
Calathea eburnea,
Calathea erythrolepis,
Calathea fatimae,
Calathea glaziovii,
Calathea grandifolia,
Calathea grazielae,
Calathea guzmanioides,
Calathea hagbergii,
Calathea harlingii,
Calathea inocephala,
Calathea ischnosiphonoides,
Calathea koernickeana,
Calathea lancifolia,
Calathea lanicaulis,
Calathea lasiostachya,
Calathea lateralis,
Calathea latrinotecta,
Calathea littoralis,
Calathea lutea,
Calathea majestica,
Calathea makoyana,
Calathea marantina,
Calathea mediopicta,
Calathea metallica,
Calathea micans,
Calathea nitens,
Calathea orbifolia,
Calathea ornata,
Calathea panamensis,
Calathea pavonina,
Calathea platystachya,
Calathea pluriplicata,
Calathea plurispicata,
Calathea propinqua,