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
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.
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,