Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
amaranthoides
ID:
558118

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 979 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557450



Common Names

  • Axyris amaranthoides
  • Amaranth-like Axyris
  • Amaranth Axyris


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Synonyms

  • Atriplex amaranthoides (L.) J.F.Gmel. ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Axyris amaranthoides dentata A.I.Baranov [unknown]
  • Axyris amaranthoides dentata (A.I.Baranov) Kitag. [unknown]

Description

Axyris amaranthoides (also called Amaranth-Leaved Axyris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family, Asteraceae. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, where it grows in sandy soils in dry, open areas. It is an annual herb that grows to 0.5 m tall and wide, with amaranth-like leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Axyris amaranthoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Axyris amaranthoides is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Axyris amaranthoides is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to part shade. It prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Axyris amaranthoides

Axyris amaranthoides can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Axyris amaranthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Axyris amaranthoides?

Axyris amaranthoides

What is the common name of Axyris amaranthoides?

Amaranthoides Axyris

What is the natural habitat of Axyris amaranthoides?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region

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