Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
turkestanica
ID:
539132

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Bieb.) Iljin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 6: 165 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538464



Common Names

  • Turkestanic Anthochlamys
  • Turkestanic Fish-spine
  • Turkestanica Anthochlamys


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Synonyms

  • Anthochlamys polygaloides turkestanica M.Bieb. [unknown]

Description

Anthochlamys turkestanica (also called Turkestan Anthochlamys, among many other common names) is a small shrub with small, white flowers and thick, leathery leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anthochlamys turkestanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive problems, skin infections, and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Anthochlamys turkestanica are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are slender and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthochlamys turkestanica is a perennial grass native to Central Asia. It grows in clumps and can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a ground cover or in rock gardens.

Where to Find Anthochlamys turkestanica

Anthochlamys turkestanica can be found in dry grasslands in Central Asia.

Anthochlamys turkestanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthochlamys turkestanica?

Anthochlamys turkestanica

What is the common name of Anthochlamys turkestanica?

Turkestan Anthochlamys

What is the natural habitat of Anthochlamys turkestanica?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and savannas

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-2641610: Based on the initial data import
Modest Mikhailovich Ilyin (1889-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iljin' in the authors string.
Friedrich August Marschall von Bieberstein (1768-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Bieb.' in the authors string.