Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
kossinskyi
ID:
565845

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Iljin) Tzvelev

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Ukrayins'k. Bot. Zhurn. 50: 84 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000565177



Common Names

  • Bienertia kossinskyi
  • Kossinsky's Bienertia
  • Kossinsky's Saltwort


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Description

Bienertia kossinskyi (also called 'Kossinskyi', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central Asia. It has a rounded crown and a single stem that can reach up to 1m in height. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white or pink. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Bienertia kossinskyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bienertia kossinskyi is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bienertia kossinskyi is a low-maintenance plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few months. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Bienertia kossinskyi

Bienertia kossinskyi is native to the Middle East.

Bienertia kossinskyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bienertia kossinskyi?

Bienertia kossinskyi

What is the common name of Bienertia kossinskyi?

Kossinsky's bienertia

Where is Bienertia kossinskyi native to?

Tropical Africa

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-2675802: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Tzvelev (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tzvelev' in the authors string.
Modest Mikhailovich Ilyin (1889-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iljin' in the authors string.