Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
cinerea
ID:
531886

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desf.) Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. 3: 278 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531218

Common Names

  • Ammosperma cinerea
  • Ashen Ammosperma
  • Ashen Ammodaucus

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Synonyms

  • Diplotaxis cinerea Pomel [unknown]
  • Moricandia cinerea Coss. [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium cinereum Desf. [unknown]

Description

Ammosperma cinerea (also called Grey Ammosperma, among many other common names) is a perennial herb, native to South Africa. It typically grows in moist, grassy areas and is characterized by its long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ammosperma cinerea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ammosperma cinerea has small yellow flowers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ammosperma cinerea is a perennial shrub that is native to the western United States. It is usually propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. The plants can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Ammosperma cinerea

Ammosperma cinerea can be found in parts of the Mediterranean region, including parts of southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Ammosperma cinerea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ammosperma cinerea?

Ammosperma cinerea

What is the common name of Ammosperma cinerea?

Grey Sand-spurge

What is the family of Ammosperma cinerea?

Euphorbiaceae

Species in the Ammosperma genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2633954: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.