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
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.
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 Halocharis genus
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,