Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bunge) Hedge
Source:
tro
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 172: 341 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280101
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.
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 Halimocnemis genus
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,