Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
squamosus
ID:
445039

Status:
valid

Authors:
Esterh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 15: 492 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444371

Common Names

  • Hypodiscus squamosus
  • Hypodiscus squamosus
  • Hypodiscus squamosus

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Description

Hypodiscus squamosus (also called Sea Lavender, among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a short stem and narrow, lanceolate leaves and grows in dry, sandy soils. It is typically found in coastal areas and salt marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Hypodiscus squamosus is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its attractive, yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypodiscus squamosus has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters on slender stems. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypodiscus squamosus is a low-growing, spreading perennial that grows up to 12 inches tall. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, open areas. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring. It is also possible to propagate by division.

Where to Find Hypodiscus squamosus

Hypodiscus squamosus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found growing in rocky areas, dry grasslands, and other areas with well-drained soils.

Hypodiscus squamosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypodiscus squamosus?

Hypodiscus squamosus

What is the common name of Hypodiscus squamosus?

Scaly Sea Lavender

What is the natural habitat of Hypodiscus squamosus?

Salt marshes and coastal dunes

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

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