Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
subteres
ID:
692794

Status:
valid

Authors:
Summerh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 48: 369 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692127

Common Names

  • Subterete Frankenia
  • Subteres Frankenia
  • Subterete Sea Heath

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Synonyms

  • Frankenia granulata J.M.Black [unknown]

Description

Frankenia subteres (also called Subterranean Sea-heath, among many other common names) is a small, succulent, perennial shrub native to the coasts of the Mediterranean and Black Sea. It has small, fleshy, grey-green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in sandy and rocky coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Frankenia subteres is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize sandy soils and to prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Frankenia subteres has small yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Frankenia subteres: Frankenia subteres is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to sandy soils in coastal areas. It is tolerant of salt spray and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Frankenia subteres

Frankenia subteres can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and France.

Frankenia subteres FAQ

What is the scientific name of Frankenia subteres?

Frankenia subteres

What is the common name of Frankenia subteres?

Subterranean Frankenia

What is the family of Frankenia subteres?

Frankeniaceae

Species in the Frankenia genus

Frankenia adpressa, Frankenia ambita, Frankenia boissieri, Frankenia brachyphylla, Frankenia bracteata, Frankenia bucharica, Frankenia chilensis, Frankenia chubutensis, Frankenia cinerea, Frankenia conferta, Frankenia confusa, Frankenia connata, Frankenia cordata, Frankenia corymbosa, Frankenia crispa, Frankenia cupularis, Frankenia decurrens, Frankenia densa, Frankenia desertorum, Frankenia drummondii, Frankenia eremophila, Frankenia ericifolia, Frankenia fecunda, Frankenia fischeri, Frankenia flabellata, Frankenia foliosa, Frankenia georgei, Frankenia glomerata, Frankenia gracilis, Frankenia gypsophila, Frankenia hamata, Frankenia hirsuta, Frankenia hispidula, Frankenia interioris, Frankenia irregularis, Frankenia jamesii, Frankenia johnstonii, Frankenia juniperoides, Frankenia laevis, Frankenia latior, Frankenia laxiflora, Frankenia magnifica, Frankenia margaritae, Frankenia microphylla, Frankenia muscosa, Frankenia orthotricha, Frankenia pallida, Frankenia palmeri, Frankenia parvula, Frankenia patagonica,

Species in the Frankeniaceae family

Frankenia adpressa, Frankenia ambita, Frankenia boissieri, Frankenia brachyphylla, Frankenia bracteata, Frankenia bucharica, Frankenia chilensis, Frankenia chubutensis, Frankenia cinerea, Frankenia conferta, Frankenia confusa, Frankenia connata, Frankenia cordata, Frankenia corymbosa, Frankenia crispa, Frankenia cupularis, Frankenia decurrens, Frankenia densa, Frankenia desertorum, Frankenia drummondii, Frankenia eremophila, Frankenia ericifolia, Frankenia fecunda, Frankenia fischeri, Frankenia flabellata, Frankenia foliosa, Frankenia georgei, Frankenia glomerata, Frankenia gracilis, Frankenia gypsophila, Frankenia hamata, Frankenia hirsuta, Frankenia hispidula, Frankenia interioris, Frankenia irregularis, Frankenia jamesii, Frankenia johnstonii, Frankenia juniperoides, Frankenia laevis, Frankenia latior, Frankenia laxiflora, Frankenia magnifica, Frankenia margaritae, Frankenia microphylla, Frankenia muscosa, Frankenia orthotricha, Frankenia pallida, Frankenia palmeri, Frankenia parvula, Frankenia patagonica,

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