Bassia saxicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxicola
ID:
561872
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Guss.) A.J.Scott
Source:
cmp
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 89: 108 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561204
Common Names
- Saxicola Bassia
- Saxicola Burnweed
- Saxicola Ragweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Kochia saxicola Guss. [unknown]
Description
Bassia saxicola (also called Rock 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 saxicola 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 saxicola is yellow and has five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small with a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bassia saxicola is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Bassia saxicola
Bassia saxicola is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Bassia saxicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bassia saxicola?
Bassia saxicola
What type of plant is Bassia saxicola?
It is an annual or biennial herb
What is the natural habitat of Bassia saxicola?
It is found in dry and sandy areas
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-2670856: Based on the initial data import
Giovanni Gussone (1787-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guss.' in the authors string.
Andrew John Scott (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Scott' in the authors string.