Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
muricata
ID:
561846

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Asch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Beitr. Fl. Aethiop. 187 1867

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561178



Common Names

  • Muricata Bassia
  • Muricata Burnweed
  • Muricata Ragweed


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Synonyms

  • Kochia muricata (L.) Schrad. [unknown]
  • Willemetia muricata (L.) Moq. [unknown]
  • Salsola muricata L. [unknown]
  • Chenolea muricata (L.) Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]
  • Echinopsilon muricatus (L.) Moq. [unknown]

Description

Bassia muricata (also called Bristly Bassia, among many other common names) is an annual herb species found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. The flowers have a sweet scent and are often used in perfumes. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bassia muricata is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It has a long blooming period and is attractive to bees and other pollinators. It can also be used in landscaping, as a groundcover, and as a container plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bassia muricata is small, white and tubular with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bassia muricata is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and germinate within 4-6 weeks. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall.

Where to Find Bassia muricata

Bassia muricata can be found in parts of Europe, including France, Italy, and Spain.

Bassia muricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bassia muricata?

Bassia muricata

What type of plant is Bassia muricata?

It is an annual or biennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Bassia muricata?

It is found in dry and sandy areas

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-2670831: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Paul Friedrich August Ascherson (1834-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Asch.' in the authors string.