Ochradenus harsusiticus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
harsusiticus
ID:
389015
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.G.Mill.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 41: 497 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388347
Common Names
- Harsh Whitlow-grass
- Harsh Whitlowwort
- Harsusitic Ochradenus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ochradenus harsusiticus (also called 'Harsusi Ochradenus', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Middle East and parts of North Africa. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ochradenus harsusiticus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ochradenus harsusiticus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ochradenus harsusiticus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Deadheading will help to promote more blooms.
Where to Find Ochradenus harsusiticus
Ochradenus harsusiticus can be found in the Middle East, particularly in the Arabian Peninsula and parts of North Africa.
Ochradenus harsusiticus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ochradenus harsusiticus?
Ochradenus harsusiticus
What are the common names of Ochradenus harsusiticus?
Harsusi Ochradenus
What is the natural habitat of Ochradenus harsusiticus?
Dry rocky slopes and stony hillsides
Species in the Ochradenus genus
Species in the Resedaceae family
Borthwickia trifoliata, Caylusea abyssinica, Caylusea hexagyna, Caylusea latifolia, Forchhammeria brevipes, Forchhammeria emarginata, Forchhammeria haitiensis, Forchhammeria hintonii, Forchhammeria laxiflora, Forchhammeria longifolia, Forchhammeria macrocarpa, Forchhammeria matudae, Forchhammeria pallida, Forchhammeria polyandra, Forchhammeria sessilifolia, Forchhammeria sphaerocarpa, Forchhammeria trifoliata, Forchhammeria watsonii, Forchhammeria tamaulipana, Forchhammeria iltisii, Ochradenus spartioides, Ochradenus baccatus, Ochradenus arabicus, Ochradenus harsusiticus, Ochradenus somalensis, Ochradenus gifrii, Ochradenus socotranus, Oligomeris subulata, Oligomeris linifolia, Oligomeris dipetala, Oligomeris dregeana, Randonia africana, Reseda alba, Reseda alopecuros, Reseda alphonsi, Reseda amblyocarpa, Reseda arabica, Reseda anatolica, Reseda urnigera, Reseda tomentosa, Reseda undata, Reseda tymphaea, Reseda villosa, Reseda virgata, Reseda viridis, Reseda tefedestica, Reseda germanicopolitana, Reseda glauca, Reseda elata, Reseda duriaeana,
References
Anthony G. Miller (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.G.Mill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:904758-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.