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(Haloragis erecta)
Erect Seaberry (Haloragis erecta)
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Christopher Stephens
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Photo by: Christopher Stephens | License Type: CC BY-SA 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Christopher Stephens | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2020-12-13T15:21:09-08:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Garner, North Carolina
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 19" - 169" | 46" | Aquatic | Aquatic |
| • High Temp. | 61°F - 81°F | 89°F | Your summers may be too hot for this plant. | Too hot |
| • Low Temp. | 24°F - 63°F | 29°F | Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant | Excellent |
This plant should grow very well at your location but requires an aquatic environment.
Summary
Haloragis erecta, commonly known as Erect Seaberry, is a semi-deciduous subshrub or shrub native to a range of habitats including coastal areas, lowland forests, and subalpine grasslands in New Zealand and the Chatham Islands. It typically grows to about one meter tall with openly branching stems. The plant is notable for its flowering season from December to February, during which it produces inflorescences with 3 to 7 small flowers, each with petals up to 10 mm long. Flower colors vary from pinkish-red to vibrant yellow. Following the flowering period, it bears small pinkish fruits that are up to 4 mm in diameter. The serrated leaves and the red tones of the flowers, fruits, and stems contribute to its ornamental value.
Erect Seaberry is appreciated for its unique appearance and is used in gardens for its aesthetic appeal. It is adaptable to a range of conditions but prefers full sun to part shade and requires medium to high water availability. The plant thrives in soils with medium drainage. While it is not commonly known for any significant problems, gardeners should be aware of potential root rot in overly wet conditions. It is not typically invasive but should be monitored as seeds can be spread to non-native areas.CC BY-SA 4.0
Erect Seaberry is appreciated for its unique appearance and is used in gardens for its aesthetic appeal. It is adaptable to a range of conditions but prefers full sun to part shade and requires medium to high water availability. The plant thrives in soils with medium drainage. While it is not commonly known for any significant problems, gardeners should be aware of potential root rot in overly wet conditions. It is not typically invasive but should be monitored as seeds can be spread to non-native areas.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Subshrub, Shrub
- Height: 3-4 feet
- Width: 3-4 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Fall
- Leaf Retention: Semi-Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium, High
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Low Maintenance, Salt Tolerant
Natural Habitat
Coastal areas, lowland forests, and subalpine grasslands in New Zealand and the Chatham Islands
Other Names
Common Names: Shrubby Haloragis, Toatoa
Scientific Names: Haloragis erecta
GBIF Accepted Name: Haloragis erecta (Banks ex Murray) Eichler