Status:
valid
Authors:
Pillans
Source:
wcs
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Africa 29: 354 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444386
Common Names
- Hypodiscus sulcatus
- Hypodiscus sulcatus
- Hypodiscus sulcatus
Description
Hypodiscus sulcatus (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 sulcatus is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its attractive, blue-violet 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 sulcatus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypodiscus sulcatus 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 sulcatus
Hypodiscus sulcatus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found growing in rocky areas, dry grasslands, and other areas with well-drained soils.
Hypodiscus sulcatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypodiscus sulcatus?
Hypodiscus sulcatus
What is the common name of Hypodiscus sulcatus?
Sulcate Sea Lavender
What is the natural habitat of Hypodiscus sulcatus?
Salt marshes and coastal dunes
Species in the Hypodiscus genus
Hypodiscus alboaristatus,
Hypodiscus alternans,
Hypodiscus argenteus,
Hypodiscus aristatus,
Hypodiscus laevigatus,
Hypodiscus montanus,
Hypodiscus neesii,
Hypodiscus procurrens,
Hypodiscus rigidus,
Hypodiscus rugosus,
Hypodiscus squamosus,
Hypodiscus striatus,
Hypodiscus sulcatus,
Hypodiscus synchroolepis,
Hypodiscus willdenovia,
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,