Status:
valid
Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey.
Source:
tro
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Nov. 1: 10 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294936
Common Names
- Horaninovia
- Small-Leaved Horaninovia
- Horaninovia Ulicina
Description
Horaninovia ulicina (also called Ulicina Horaninovia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a thick, fleshy stem and its leaves are narrow and linear. Native to Central Asia, it is found in dry habitats such as steppes, deserts and saline soils.
Uses & Benefits
Horaninovia ulicina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a low water requirement and is tolerant of drought and heat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Horaninovia ulicina is small and yellow, with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Horaninovia ulicina can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Horaninovia ulicina
Horaninovia ulicina is native to the Mediterranean region, including Algeria, France, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Spain, and Tunisia.
Horaninovia ulicina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Horaninovia ulicina?
Horaninovia ulicina
What is the common name of Horaninovia ulicina?
Gorse Saltwort
What is the family of Horaninovia ulicina?
Amaranthaceae
Species in the Horaninovia 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,