Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
jaxartica
ID:
533466

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bunge) Benth. ex Iljin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 6: 301 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532798

Common Names

  • Jaxartica Anabasis
  • Jaxartica Saltbush
  • Jaxartica Saltbush

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Synonyms

  • Anabasis hispidula (Bunge) Benth. ex Iljin [unknown]
  • Brachylepis hispidula Bunge [unknown]
  • Brachylepis jaxartica Bunge [unknown]

Description

Anabasis jaxartica (also called Jaxartes 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 jaxartica 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 jaxartica has small yellow flowers that produce small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anabasis jaxartica 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 jaxartica

Anabasis jaxartica can be found in dry, sandy soils in Central Asia.

Anabasis jaxartica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anabasis jaxartica?

Anabasis jaxartica

What is the common name of Anabasis jaxartica?

Jaxartes Saltbush

What is the natural habitat of Anabasis jaxartica?

Sandy and saline soils

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-2635658: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Modest Mikhailovich Ilyin (1889-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iljin' in the authors string.