Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
clavata
ID:
1280769

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
tro

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7 , 4(11): 64 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280107


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Description

Halocharis clavata (also called 'Clavate Halocharis', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has narrow, lanceolate leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Halocharis clavata is used as a fodder crop, for erosion control, as a soil stabilizer, and for green manure.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Halocharis clavata has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Halocharis clavata is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Halocharis clavata

Halocharis clavata is found in the dry regions of the Middle East.

Halocharis clavata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Halocharis clavata?

Halocharis clavata

What is the common name of Halocharis clavata?

Clavate Halocharis

Where is Halocharis clavata native to?

South America

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,

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