Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
al-rawii
ID:
533413

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aellen & El-Hakeem & Weinert

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Wiss. Z. Martin-Luther-Univ. Halle-Wittenberg, Math.-Naturwiss. Reihe 25: 65 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532745

Common Names

  • Al-Rawii Anabasis
  • Al-Rawii Saltbush
  • Al-Rawii Greasewood

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Description

Anabasis al-rawii (also called Al-Rawii Anabasis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Chenopodiaceae. It is an annual or perennial herb with a creeping rhizome, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia, where it is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Anabasis al-rawii has been used as an insect repellent and for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin infections, wounds, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anabasis al-rawii has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers that grow in clusters. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anabasis al-rawii is a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Anabasis al-rawii

Anabasis al-rawii can be found in the Middle East, including Iraq, Iran, and Syria.

Anabasis al-rawii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anabasis al-rawii?

Anabasis al-rawii

What is the common name of Anabasis al-rawii?

Al-Rawii anabasis

What is the natural habitat of Anabasis al-rawii?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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-2635607: Based on the initial data import
Paul Aellen (1896-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aellen' in the authors string.
Erich Weinert (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weinert' in the authors string.