Haloxylon scoparium (syns. Arthrophytum scoparium and Hammada scoparia) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaranthaceae, native to semiarid north Africa and the Middle East. In flat areas it is often one of the dominant species.
Haloxylon scoparium shows strong resistance to disease and is usually not susceptible to illnesses. As for care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only minimal watering, and larger specimens typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they finish blooming. Haloxylon scopariumt is appropriate for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand a great deal of care experience.
How to keep Hammada Scoparia.
Light
Haloxylon scoparium comes from open habitats, such as sunny meadows and the edges of forests, which offer plenty of light. It does best in Full Sun but can tolerate Partial Sun as well, adapting readily to different sunlight levels.
Temperature
Haloxylon scoparium comes from tropical areas, where the climate is generally warm and humid. Consequently, it is well suited to high temperatures and moisture. It does not tolerate sudden temperature shifts and prefers a constant thermal environment, so indoor temperature fluctuations should be avoided. It usually cannot endure cold and needs higher temperatures to grow. If the ambient temperature drops too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.
Fertilizer
Providing fertilizer is essential for caring for Haloxylon scoparium. Regular feeding during the growing season preserves the energy needed for its attractive foliage and supports overall growth. If fertilization is neglected, leaves can become unhealthy, its ornamental value may decline, and growth may be stunted or weak and prone to breakage.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Hammada
- Family
- Amaranthaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 7-10
- Mature Height
- 0.91 m to 2.13 m
- Mature Spread
- 0.91 m to 1.52 m
- Leaf Color
- Gray, Light Gray
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Size
- 0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
- Bloom Time
- Early summer, Mid summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall
- Native Area
- Saudi Arabia, Libya, Iraq, Tunisia, Egypt, Israel, Mauritania, Iran, Algeria, Morocco
