Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
vermiculata
ID:
464682

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat., ed. 10. 2: 1081. 1759 [7 Jun 1759]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464014



Common Names

  • Reaumuria vermiculata
  • Vermiculate Reaumuria
  • Giant Rush


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Synonyms

  • Reaumuria mucronata Jaub. & Spach [unknown]

Description

Reaumuria vermiculata (also called Worm-like Reaumuria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub in the family Tamaricaceae. It is native to Central Asia, and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are linear to oblong. Its flowers are yellow and have a tubular shape.

Uses & Benefits

Reaumuria vermiculata is a species of plant in the Reaumuraceae family. It is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used to help control soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Reaumuria vermiculata is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Reaumuria vermiculata is a small, evergreen perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to water it regularly and fertilize it twice a year with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Reaumuria vermiculata

Reaumuria vermiculata is native to Central Asia, including parts of Afghanistan, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.

Reaumuria vermiculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Reaumuria vermiculata?

Reaumuria vermiculata

What is the common name of Reaumuria vermiculata?

Vermiculate reaumuria

What is the natural habitat of Reaumuria vermiculata?

Deserts and dry scrublands in Central Asia

Species in the Tamaricaceae family

Myricaria germanica, Myricaria davurica, Myricaria elegans, Myricaria prostrata, Myricaria rosea, Myricaria pulcherrima, Myricaria platyphylla, Myricaria wardii, Myricaria paniculata, Myricaria laxiflora, Myricaria laxa, Myricaria albiflora, Reaumuria vermiculata, Reaumuria alternifolia, Reaumuria kaschgarica, Reaumuria oxiana, Reaumuria persica, Reaumuria soongarica, Reaumuria trigyna, Reaumuria minfengensis, Reaumuria stocksii, Reaumuria floyeri, Tamarix gracilis, Tamarix hispida, Tamarix gallica, Tamarix hampeana, Tamarix getula, Tamarix arborea, Tamarix chinensis, Tamarix dalmatica, Tamarix boveana, Tamarix canariensis, Tamarix passerinoides, Tamarix meyeri, Tamarix parviflora, Tamarix laxa, Tamarix aphylla, Tamarix amplexicaulis, Tamarix africana, Tamarix usneoides, Tamarix tetrandra, Tamarix smyrnensis, Tamarix senegalensis, Tamarix rosea, Tamarix ramosissima, Tamarix tetragyna, Tamarix mannifera, Tamarix arceuthoides, Tamarix pakistanica, Tamarix angolensis,

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