Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
cretacea
ID:
533438

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pall.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1771

Citation Micro:
Reise Russ. Reich. 1: 493 (1771)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532770

Common Names

  • Cretaceous Anabasis
  • Cretaceous Saltbush
  • Cretaceous Greasewood

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Synonyms

  • Anabasis cretica Vitman [unknown]
  • Anabasis tianschanica Botsch. [unknown]

Description

Anabasis cretacea (also called Cretan anabasis, among many other common names) is an annual, succulent plant with a white stem and small, yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean and grows in sandy, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anabasis cretacea has been used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold. It is also used as a diuretic and as a digestive aid. It has been used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anabasis cretacea 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 cretacea 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 cretacea

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

Anabasis cretacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anabasis cretacea?

Anabasis cretacea

What is the common name of Anabasis cretacea?

Cretaceous anabasis

What is the natural habitat of Anabasis cretacea?

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,

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