Status:
valid
Authors:
(Retz.) A.R.Bean
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 9(1): 45 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337848
Common Names
- Sphaeromorphaea littoralis
- Littoral Sphaeromorphaea
- Sphaeromorphaea
Description
Sphaeromorphaea littoralis (also called Coastal Sphaeromorphaea, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white flowers that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sandy soils and is often found in coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Sphaeromorphaea littoralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sphaeromorphaea littoralis has white flowers with yellow stripes. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sphaeromorphaea littoralis is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootball. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) and is drought-tolerant once established.
Where to Find Sphaeromorphaea littoralis
Sphaeromorphaea littoralis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Sphaeromorphaea littoralis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sphaeromorphaea littoralis?
Sphaeromorphaea littoralis
What are the common names of Sphaeromorphaea littoralis?
Littoral Sphaeromorphaea
What is the natural habitat of Sphaeromorphaea littoralis?
Tropical moist montane forests
Species in the Sphaeromorphaea genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,