Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
calcarea
ID:
533432

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Charif & Aellen) Bokhari & Wendelbo

Source:
cmp

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 131: 292 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532764



Common Names

  • Chalky Anabasis
  • Chalky Saltbush
  • Chalky Greasewood


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Synonyms

  • Esfandiari calcarea Charif & Aellen [unknown]

Description

Anabasis calcarea (also called White-stemmed anabasis, among many other common names) is an annual, succulent plant with a white stem and small, yellow flowers. It is native to the Middle East and Central Asia and grows in sandy, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anabasis calcarea is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anabasis calcarea 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 calcarea 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 calcarea

Anabasis calcarea can be found in the Middle East, from Turkey to Iran and Afghanistan.

Anabasis calcarea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anabasis calcarea?

Anabasis calcarea

What is the common name of Anabasis calcarea?

Calcareous anabasis

What is the natural habitat of Anabasis calcarea?

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-2635625: Based on the initial data import
Paul Aellen (1896-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aellen' in the authors string.
Per Erland Berg Wendelbo (1927-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wendelbo' in the authors string.
Mumtaz Hussain Bokhari (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bokhari' in the authors string.
G. Charif: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Charif' in the authors string.