Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bunge) Moq.
Source:
tro
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 13(2): 205 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294926
Common Names
- Arachnoideus Saltbush
- Arachnoideus Bush
- Arachnoideus
Description
Halogeton arachnoideus (also called Spidery Halogeton, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a thick, fleshy stem and its leaves are narrow and linear. Native to Central Asia, it is found in dry habitats such as steppes, deserts and saline soils.
Uses & Benefits
Halogeton arachnoideus is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for erosion control and revegetation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Halogeton arachnoideus is a small, yellow bloom with four petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Halogeton arachnoideus is a low-growing, perennial shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated from seed or cuttings taken from mature plants.
Where to Find Halogeton arachnoideus
Halogeton arachnoideus is found in the western United States, from California to Texas.
Halogeton arachnoideus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Halogeton arachnoideus?
Halogeton arachnoideus
What is the common name of Halogeton arachnoideus?
Spidery Halogeton
What is the family of Halogeton arachnoideus?
Amaranthaceae
Species in the Halogeton 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,