Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
561893

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lowe) Maire & Weiller

Source:
cmp

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Fl. Afrique N. 8: 53 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561225



Common Names

  • Tomentosa Bassia
  • Tomentosa Burnweed
  • Tomentosa Ragweed


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Synonyms

  • Suaeda tomentosa Lowe [unknown]
  • Chenolea canariensis Moq. [unknown]
  • Chenolea tomentosa (Lowe) Maire [unknown]
  • Chenoleoides tomentosa (Lowe) Botsch. [unknown]

Description

Bassia tomentosa (also called Woolly 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 tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bassia tomentosa is a white or pinkish-white color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bassia tomentosa 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 tomentosa

Bassia tomentosa is native to Europe and can be found in dry, sandy habitats.

Bassia tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bassia tomentosa?

Bassia tomentosa

What type of plant is Bassia tomentosa?

It is an annual or biennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Bassia tomentosa?

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-2670875: Based on the initial data import
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Richard Thomas Lowe (1802-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowe' in the authors string.
Marc Weiller (1880-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weiller' in the authors string.