Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
aucheri
ID:
1282993

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
tro

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 14: 552 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001282331

Common Names

  • Aucher's Thymelaea
  • Aucher's Thymelaea Plant
  • Aucher's Thymelaea Flower

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Description

Thymelaea aucheri (also called Mediterranean Saltwort, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky, coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Thymelaea aucheri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thymelaea aucheri has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round with a smooth, dark brown surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymelaea aucheri is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is easily propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by taking cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Thymelaea aucheri

Thymelaea aucheri can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Thymelaea aucheri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thymelaea aucheri?

Thymelaea aucheri

What is the common name of Thymelaea aucheri?

Aucher's Thymelaea

What type of plant is Thymelaea aucheri?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

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