Suaeda densiflora - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
densiflora
ID:
1235866
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Soriano ex Giusti
Source:
tro
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Fl. Patagonica IVa: 136. 1984 N.B. no holotype indicated
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001235204
Common Names
- Suaeda Densiflora
- Densiflora Suaeda
- Densiflora Sea Blite
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Suaeda densiflora (also called Suaeda, among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It grows in dry and arid habitats, such as deserts and scrublands, and has small, ovate leaves with a grayish-green color.
Uses & Benefits
Suaeda densiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Suaeda densiflora has a single, small, white flower with a yellow center. Seed: The seed of Suaeda densiflora is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Suaeda densiflora are small, with bright green leaves and a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Suaeda densiflora can be propagated by division or by seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is hardy to USDA Zone 9.
Where to Find Suaeda densiflora
Suaeda densiflora is native to Peru and can be found in the Amazonas region.
Suaeda densiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Suaeda densiflora?
Suaeda densiflora
What is the common name of Suaeda densiflora?
No common name
What is the habitat of Suaeda densiflora?
It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests
Species in the Suaeda genus
Suaeda aegyptiaca, Suaeda acuminata, Suaeda vermiculata, Suaeda vera, Suaeda ifniensis, Suaeda foliosa, Suaeda heterophylla, Suaeda glauca, Suaeda microphylla, Suaeda merxmuelleri, Suaeda microsperma, Suaeda linifolia, Suaeda kossinskyi, Suaeda maritima, Suaeda altissima, Suaeda arcuata, Suaeda arguinensis, Suaeda aralocaspica, Suaeda dendroides, Suaeda eltonica, Suaeda confusa, Suaeda corniculata, Suaeda monoica, Suaeda paradoxa, Suaeda palaestina, Suaeda pelagica, Suaeda physophora, Suaeda spicata, Suaeda splendens, Suaeda plumosa, Suaeda pruinosa, Suaeda przewalskii, Suaeda monodiana, Suaeda lehmannii, Suaeda volkensii, Suaeda asphaltica, Suaeda palmeri, Suaeda densiflora, Suaeda rolandii, Suaeda jacoensis, Suaeda neuquenensis, Suaeda argentinensis, Suaeda calceoliformis, Suaeda patagonica, Suaeda heteroptera, Suaeda depressa, Suaeda divaricata, Suaeda torreyana, Suaeda californica, Suaeda conferta,
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-50082252: Based on the initial data import
Alberto Soriano (1920-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Soriano' in the authors string.
Lionel Giusti: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Giusti' in the authors string.