Status:
valid
Authors:
(Forssk.) Bunge ex Ung.-Sternb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
Atti Congr. Int. Bot. Firenze 1874: 329 1876
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000714969
Common Names
- Halopeplis perfoliata
- Perfoliata Plant
- Halopeplis Perfoliata
Description
Halopeplis perfoliata (also called 'Perfoliate Halopeplis', among many other common names) is a small, annual herb native to Eurasia. It has small, oval-shaped, fleshy leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, sandy areas and is tolerant of a range of soil types.
Uses & Benefits
Halopeplis perfoliata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is durable and resistant to rot.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Halopeplis perfoliata has small, white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Halopeplis perfoliata is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is a member of the family Haloragaceae. It is a fast-growing plant with a spreading habit and can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. It has small, dark green leaves and white or pinkish flowers. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Halopeplis perfoliata
Halopeplis perfoliata is found in the Mediterranean region, Middle East, and Central Asia.
Halopeplis perfoliata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Halopeplis perfoliata?
Halopeplis perfoliata
What are the common names of Halopeplis perfoliata?
Common names include Halopeplis, Halopeplis Perfoliata, and Saltweed
What is the natural habitat of Halopeplis perfoliata?
Halopeplis perfoliata is native to North Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia
Species in the Halopeplis 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,