Bassia aegyptiaca - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aegyptiaca
ID:
507304
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turki, El Shayeb & F.Shehata
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Fl. Medit. 16: 279 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506636
Common Names
- Egyptian Bassia
- Egyptian Bassias
- Egyptian's Bassia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bassia aegyptiaca (also called Egyptian Bassia, among many other common names) is a shrub which grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Egypt and is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bassia aegyptiaca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bassia aegyptiaca has a flower that is a white-pink colour and is cylindrical in shape. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, green and have a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bassia aegyptiaca is an annual herb, growing up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is usually found in moist soils, and is tolerant of drought and salt. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Germination should occur within two to four weeks.
Where to Find Bassia aegyptiaca
Bassia aegyptiaca is native to Egypt and Sudan.
Bassia aegyptiaca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bassia aegyptiaca?
Bassia aegyptiaca
What is the common name of Bassia aegyptiaca?
Aegyptiaca Bassia
What is the natural habitat of Bassia aegyptiaca?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.
Species in the Bassia genus
Bassia aegyptiaca, Bassia alata, Bassia americana, Bassia arabica, Bassia californica, Bassia crassifolia, Bassia dasyphylla, Bassia dinteri, Bassia eriophora, Bassia hyssopifolia, Bassia indica, Bassia krylovii, Bassia laniflora, Bassia melanoptera, Bassia monticola, Bassia muricata, Bassia prostrata, Bassia salsoloides, Bassia saxicola, Bassia scoparia, Bassia stellaris, Bassia tomentosa,
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-2603778: Based on the initial data import
Zaki Turki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turki' in the authors string.
Fathy El Shayeb: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'El Shayeb' in the authors string.
Fayza Shehata: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Shehata' in the authors string.