Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
526669

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) Kuntze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 546 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526001

Common Names

  • Allenrolfea occidentalis
  • Occidentalis Allenrolfea
  • Occidentalis-Allenrolfea

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Synonyms

  • Allenrolfea mexicana Lundell [unknown]
  • Halostachys occidentalis S.Watson [unknown]
  • Salicornia occidentalis (S.Watson) Greene [unknown]

Description

Allenrolfea occidentalis (also called Western Allenrolfea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Chenopodiaceae family. It is native to North America and is found in lowland and montane forests. It is a small shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. Its bark is grey-brown and smooth, and its leaves are glossy and dark green.

Uses & Benefits

Allenrolfea occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Allenrolfea occidentalis is a small, yellow-green, bisexual flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, single-seeded nut. The seedling is a small, dark green, single-seeded nut.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allenrolfea occidentalis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Allenrolfea occidentalis

Allenrolfea occidentalis is native to North America and can be found in dry, sandy areas.

Allenrolfea occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Allenrolfea occidentalis?

Allenrolfea occidentalis

What is the common name of Allenrolfea occidentalis?

Western allenrolfea

What is the natural habitat of Allenrolfea occidentalis?

Salt marshes, mud flats, and alkaline soils

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2628603: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.