Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
arthroclada
ID:
357824

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cranfield

Source:
ksu

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 14: 362 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357156



Common Names

  • Korthalsella arthroclada
  • Arthroclad Korthalsella
  • Arthroclad Korthalsella Plant


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Description

Korthalsella arthroclada (also called Joint-Leaf Korthalsella, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southwestern United States. It has small, dark green leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Korthalsella arthroclada is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Korthalsella arthroclada has small, yellowish-green flowers that are followed by small, black, shiny fruits. The seedlings are small and conical, with a single central stem and short, needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Korthalsella arthroclada is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Korthalsella arthroclada

Korthalsella arthroclada is native to South Africa.

Korthalsella arthroclada FAQ

What are the optimal growing conditions for Korthalsella arthroclada?

Korthalsella arthroclada prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the typical lifespan of Korthalsella arthroclada?

Korthalsella arthroclada typically lives for two to three years.

What type of soil is best for Korthalsella arthroclada?

Korthalsella arthroclada prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Species in the Santalaceae family

Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,