Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 980 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557459
Common Names
- Axyris hybrida
- Hybrid Axyris
- Mixed Axyris
Synonyms
- Axyris amaranthoides nana W.Wang & P.Y.Fuh [unknown]
- Axyris amaranthoides nana (W.Wang & P.Y.Fuh) Kitag. [unknown]
- Axyris hybrida eravinensis Peschkova [unknown]
Description
Axyris hybrida (also called Hybrid Axyris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family, Asteraceae. It is native to Europe and Asia, 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 hybrida 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
Axyris hybrida has yellow flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Axyris hybrida 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 hybrida
Axyris hybrida is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Axyris hybrida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Axyris hybrida?
Axyris hybrida
What is the common name of Axyris hybrida?
Hybrida Axyris
What is the natural habitat of Axyris hybrida?
Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Axyris genus
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,