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European seaheath
Scientific Name: Frankenia pulverulenta
Family: Frankeniaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
European Sea-heath
Explore the fascinating details of Frankenia pulverulenta, commonly known as European sea-heath or Annual Sea-heath. This small, flowering plant offers unique insights into plant adaptation and distribution.
Considerations for Pets
- European sea-heath is a small, creeping plant.
Scientific Classification
- Scientific Name: Frankenia pulverulenta L.
- Common Names: European sea-heath, Annual Sea-heath.
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Family: Frankeniaceae (seaheath family)
- Synonyms: The provided text suggests several other Frankenia species, though it is unclear if they are considered synonyms of Frankenia pulverulenta.
Distribution and Habitat
European sea-heath is native to Europe, western Asia, and northern Africa. It thrives primarily in desert and coastal habitats, including salt marshes. It has also been recorded in Oregon and Utah within the United States, according to the USDA Plants database.
Morphological Characteristics
- European sea-heath is described as a forb/herb, meaning it is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
- It has a creeping or prostrate growth habit.
- It is described as a small woody creeping plant, with stems up to 40cm long.
Genetic Information
- The chromosome number (2n) for Frankenia pulverulenta is 20. This information is valuable for understanding the plant's genetic makeup and evolutionary relationships.
Quirky Facts
- This plant is described as having "tiny purple flowers."
Resources and Further Information
- Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
- USDA Plants database
- Discover Life (for biology, natural history, ecology, identification and distribution information)