Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
occulta
ID:
1280763

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bunge) Hedge

Source:
tro

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 172: 341 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280101


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Description

Halimocnemis occulta (also called 'Hidden Halimocnemis', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has narrow, lanceolate leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Halimocnemis occulta is used as a fodder crop, for erosion control, as a soil stabilizer, and for green manure.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Halimocnemis occulta is small and white. The seed is a small, round, black shape. The seedlings are small and have green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Halimocnemis occulta is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Halimocnemis occulta

Halimocnemis occulta can be found in the dry regions of the Middle East.

Halimocnemis occulta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Halimocnemis occulta?

Halimocnemis occulta

What is the common name of Halimocnemis occulta?

Occult Halimocnemis

Where is Halimocnemis occulta native to?

South America

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50307729: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
Ian Charleson Hedge (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedge' in the authors string.