Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schult.) Greene
Source:
tro
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Fl. Francisc. : 168 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294616
Common Names
- Nuttall's Pickleweed
- Nuttall's Glasswort
- Nuttall's Sea Asparagus
Description
Monolepis nuttalliana (also called Nuttall's Monolepis, among many other common names) is an annual shrub that is native to North America. It has thin, woody stems and its leaves are small and scale-like. It grows in sandy soils and is found in desert regions.
Uses & Benefits
Monolepis nuttalliana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in dry areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monolepis nuttalliana has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals and a single pistil. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monolepis nuttalliana is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be planted in the fall or early spring. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants can also be propagated by cuttings.
Where to Find Monolepis nuttalliana
Monolepis nuttalliana can be found in the Western Cape Province of South Africa.
Monolepis nuttalliana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monolepis nuttalliana?
Monolepis nuttalliana
What is the common name of Monolepis nuttalliana?
Nuttall's Povertyweed
What is the natural habitat of Monolepis nuttalliana?
Salt marshes, beaches, and mud flats
Species in the Monolepis 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,