Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
1295343

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
tro

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Rep. Pl. Babbage's Exped. : 20 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294681

Common Names

  • Tomentose Kochia
  • Tomentose Glasswort
  • Tomentose Sea-blite

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Description

Kochia tomentosa (also called 'Kochia' and 'Woolly kochia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean and Central Asia, and it is found in dry habitats such as steppes, deserts, and saline soils.

Uses & Benefits

Kochia tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used as a fodder for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kochia tomentosa has small, yellow flowers and small, winged fruits. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Kochia tomentosa can be done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Water regularly to keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Kochia tomentosa

Kochia tomentosa is found in the western United States, from California to Texas.

Kochia tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kochia tomentosa?

Kochia tomentosa

What is the common name of Kochia tomentosa?

Tomentose Summer Cypress

What is the natural habitat of Kochia tomentosa?

Dry, sandy, or rocky soils

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,

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