Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
vera
ID:
438239

Status:
valid

Authors:
Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1776

Citation Micro:
in Onomat. Bot. Compl. 8: 797 (1776).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437571

Common Names

  • Vera Suaeda
  • Vera's Suaeda
  • Suaeda Vera

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Synonyms

  • Salsola fruticosa (L.) L. [unknown]
  • Suaeda vesceritensis L.Chevall. [unknown]
  • Suaeda vera longifolia (K.Koch) O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
  • Suaeda fruticosa (L.) Delile [unknown]
  • Suaeda longifolia K.Koch [unknown]
  • Salsola vera (Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.) Schult. [unknown]
  • Schoberia vera (Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.) Bunge [unknown]
  • Chenopodina vera (Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.) Moq. [unknown]
  • Chenopodium fruticosum L. [unknown]
  • Cochliospermum fruticosum (L.) Lag. [unknown]
  • Suaeda fruticosa brevifolia Moq. [unknown]
  • Suaeda fruticosa vera (Forssk. ex J.F.Gmel.) Maire & Weiller [unknown]
  • Suaeda fruticosa longifolia (K.Koch) Fenzl [unknown]

Description

Suaeda vera (also called True Suaeda, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is an annual herb with small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it grows in dry, sunny places.

Uses & Benefits

Suaeda vera is used as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions and as a vegetable in salads. It is also used in landscaping to provide a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Suaeda vera is a yellow flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Suaeda vera is an annual or biennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers a dry, well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is best grown in a sheltered position, protected from strong winds. It is best propagated by seed in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Suaeda vera

Suaeda vera is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Suaeda vera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Suaeda vera?

Suaeda vera

What is the common name of Suaeda vera?

Vera Seablite

What is the natural habitat of Suaeda vera?

Salt marshes and coastal areas of the Mediterranean region

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 kew-2483959: Based on the initial data import
Johann Friedrich Gmelin (1748-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Gmel.' in the authors string.
Peter Forsskål (1732-1763): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forssk.' in the authors string.