Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
salsa
ID:
533493

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ledeb.) Benth. ex Volkens

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(1a): 87 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532825

Common Names

  • Anabasis salsa
  • Salty Anabasis
  • Salty Saltbush

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Synonyms

  • Anabasis ramosa Siev. [unknown]
  • Anabasis ramosissima Minkw. [unknown]
  • Brachylepis humilis Less. [unknown]
  • Brachylepis ramosissima (Minkw.) Ulbr. [unknown]
  • Brachylepis salsa Ledeb. [unknown]

Description

Anabasis salsa (also called Salty 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 salsa 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 salsa 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 salsa is a perennial plant that is native to the steppes of Central Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It is best grown in a rock garden or in a container.

Where to Find Anabasis salsa

Anabasis salsa can be found in dry, sandy soils in the Middle East and Central Asia.

Anabasis salsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anabasis salsa?

Anabasis salsa

What are the common names of Anabasis salsa?

Salt Rush

How big does Anabasis salsa grow?

Anabasis salsa can grow up to 30 cm in height

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-2635682: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich von Ledebour (1786-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ledeb.' in the authors string.
Georg Volkens (1855-1917): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Volkens' in the authors string.