Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
stellaris
ID:
561886

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Moq.) Bornm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17: 276 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561218



Common Names

  • Stellaris Bassia
  • Stellaris Burnweed
  • Stellaris Ragweed


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Synonyms

  • Kochia stellaris Moq. [unknown]
  • Kochia odontoptera altera Schrenk [unknown]

Description

Bassia stellaris (also called Star 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 stellaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bassia stellaris 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Bassia stellaris 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 stellaris

Bassia stellaris is native to Europe and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Bassia stellaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bassia stellaris?

Bassia stellaris

What type of plant is Bassia stellaris?

It is an annual or biennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Bassia stellaris?

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-2670869: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.
Christian Horace Benedict Alfred Moquin-Tandon (1804-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moq.' in the authors string.