Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
azurea
ID:
435174

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 48: 50 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000434506

Common Names

  • Halopegia azurea
  • Azurea Halopegia
  • Halopegia Azurea

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Synonyms

  • Clinogyne azurea K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Donax azurea K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Phrynium coriscense Baker [unknown]

Description

Halopegia azurea (also called Azure Halopegia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has a simple inflorescence and its leaves are up to 10 cm in length. It grows in dry grasslands and steppes.

Uses & Benefits

Halopegia azurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have medicinal properties and can be used to treat digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Halopegia azurea is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Halopegia azurea is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Halopegia azurea

Halopegia azurea can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Halopegia azurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Halopegia azurea?

Halopegia azurea

What is the common name of Halopegia azurea?

Azure Halopegia

What is the habitat of Halopegia azurea?

Dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and scrubland

Species in the Halopegia genus

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

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