Cypselocarpus haloragoides - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
haloragoides
ID:
635456
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 8: 36 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634788
Common Names
- Cypselocarpus haloragoides
- Haloragis Cypselocarpus
- Haloragid Cypselocarpus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Tersonia subvolubilis Benth. [unknown]
- Threlkeldia haloragoides F.Muell. ex Benth. [unknown]
Description
Cypselocarpus haloragoides (also called Sea Holly, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. It has thin, green stems and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady environments and grows in meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Cypselocarpus haloragoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cypselocarpus haloragoides are small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are green and have three lobed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cypselocarpus haloragoides is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate in a few weeks. To propagate from division, divide the clumps in the spring and replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Cypselocarpus haloragoides
Cypselocarpus haloragoides is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape provinces.
Cypselocarpus haloragoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cypselocarpus haloragoides?
Cypselocarpus haloragoides
What is the common name of Cypselocarpus haloragoides?
Salt Marsh Rush
What is the natural habitat of Cypselocarpus haloragoides?
Salt marshes in the eastern United States
Species in the Cypselocarpus genus
Species in the Gyrostemonaceae family
Codonocarpus attenuatus, Codonocarpus cotinifolius, Codonocarpus pyramidalis, Cypselocarpus haloragoides, Gyrostemon australasicus, Gyrostemon brownii, Gyrostemon ditrigynus, Gyrostemon osmus, Gyrostemon prostratus, Gyrostemon racemigerus, Gyrostemon ramulosus, Gyrostemon reticulatus, Gyrostemon sessilis, Gyrostemon sheathii, Gyrostemon subnudus, Gyrostemon tepperi, Gyrostemon thesioides, Tersonia cyathiflora, Walteranthus erectus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2752966: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.