Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
spathulata
ID:
1295280

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
tro

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 7: 389 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294618

Common Names

  • Spathulate Pickleweed
  • Spathulate Glasswort
  • Spathulate Sea Asparagus

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Description

Monolepis spathulata (also called Spatulate 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 spathulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monolepis spathulata 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monolepis spathulata is a perennial herb that is 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 spathulata

Monolepis spathulata can be found in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.

Monolepis spathulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monolepis spathulata?

Monolepis spathulata

What is the common name of Monolepis spathulata?

Spathulate Povertyweed

What is the natural habitat of Monolepis spathulata?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-7200266: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.