Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
balchaschense
ID:
551021

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Iljin) Botsch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 16: 85 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550353

Common Names

  • Balchaschense Arthrophytum
  • Arthrophytum Balchaschense
  • Arthrophytum betpakdalense

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Synonyms

  • Anabasis pauciflora Popov [unknown]

Description

Arthrophytum balchaschense (also called Balchasch Arthrophytum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Chenopodiaceae. It is an annual herb with long, narrow leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist grasslands and along the edges of rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Arthrophytum balchaschense is used to make furniture, baskets, and other crafts. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arthrophytum balchaschense is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with the seed being a small, black, shiny nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arthrophytum balchaschense is a perennial herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is typically found in wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, and moist forests. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in the spring or fall, and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Arthrophytum balchaschense

Arthrophytum balchaschense can be found in the deserts of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.

Arthrophytum balchaschense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arthrophytum balchaschense?

Arthrophytum balchaschense

What is the common name of Arthrophytum balchaschense?

Balchasch's Arthrophytum

What is the natural habitat of Arthrophytum balchaschense?

Dry deciduous forests and scrublands

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-2653837: Based on the initial data import
Modest Mikhailovich Ilyin (1889-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iljin' in the authors string.
Victor Botchantsev (1910-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Botsch.' in the authors string.