Status:
valid
Authors:
Petersen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(3): 167 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524586
Common Names
- Saranthe membranacea
- Membranaceous Saranthe
- Membranaceous Rockrose
Synonyms
- Myrosma membranacea K.Schum. [unknown]
Description
Saranthe membranacea (also called Membranous Sage, Membranous Salvia, and Membranous Sagebrush, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to western North America and is found in dry, open habitats. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and a rounded canopy.
Uses & Benefits
Saranthe membranacea is a popular ornamental plant, used in rock gardens, borders, and containers. It is also used in erosion control and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Saranthe membranacea are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saranthe membranacea is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to Madagascar and is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Saranthe membranacea
Saranthe membranacea is native to tropical and subtropical forests in India.
Saranthe membranacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saranthe membranacea?
Saranthe membranacea
What is the common name of Saranthe membranacea?
Membranous saranthe
Where is Saranthe membranacea found?
Saranthe membranacea is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Saranthe genus
Saranthe composita,
Saranthe eichleri,
Saranthe gladioli,
Saranthe glumacea,
Saranthe klotzschiana,
Saranthe leptostachya,
Saranthe madagascariensis,
Saranthe membranacea,
Saranthe tenuifolia,
Saranthe ustulata,
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,