Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
christii
ID:
744452

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aellen) Stace

Source:
cmp

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Watsonia 27: 246 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743785

Common Names

  • Dysphania
  • Christii
  • Christii Dysphania

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Description

Dysphania christii (also called Christ's Goosefoot, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru. It is found in open areas, such as roadsides and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dysphania christii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments like fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dysphania christii are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dysphania christii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy, moist soil.

Where to Find Dysphania christii

Dysphania christii can be found in South Africa.

Dysphania christii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dysphania christii?

Dysphania christii

What is the common name of Dysphania christii?

Christ's Mallow

What is the natural habitat of Dysphania christii?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region

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-2896044: Based on the initial data import
Paul Aellen (1896-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aellen' in the authors string.
Clive A. Stace (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stace' in the authors string.