Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
carpatha
ID:
436758

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.H.Davis

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 21: 139 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000436090



Common Names

  • Carpathian Saltwort
  • Carpathian Salsola
  • Carpathian Saltwort


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Synonyms

  • Caroxylon carpathum (P.H.Davis) Akhani & Roalson [unknown]

Description

Salsola carpatha (also called Carpathian Salsola, among many other common names) is a small shrub with small, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Salsola carpatha is used in the production of paper and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used as a source of food and forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salsola carpatha has small, white flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salsola carpatha is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or by division. The plant prefers full sun and dry, well-drained soils. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Salsola carpatha

Salsola carpatha can be found in dry areas of Central Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa.

Salsola carpatha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salsola carpatha?

Salsola carpatha

What is the common name of Salsola carpatha?

Carpathian Russian thistle

What is the natural habitat of Salsola carpatha?

Salsola carpatha is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sandy soils

Species in the Salsola genus

Salsola acanthoclada, Salsola acutifolia, Salsola marujae, Salsola melitensis, Salsola oppositifolia, Salsola nitraria, Salsola nodulosa, Salsola mairei, Salsola lanata, Salsola inermis, Salsola kali, Salsola longifolia, Salsola laricina, Salsola schweinfurthii, Salsola spinescens, Salsola soda, Salsola paletzkiana, Salsola papillosa, Salsola pellucida, Salsola praemontana, Salsola brevifolia, Salsola brachiata, Salsola collina, Salsola chellalensis, Salsola carpatha, Salsola angolensis, Salsola aegaea, Salsola algeriensis, Salsola affinis, Salsola aphylla, Salsola arbuscula, Salsola glomerata, Salsola genistoides, Salsola gemmascens, Salsola imbricata, Salsola gymnomaschala, Salsola gypsacea, Salsola dendroides, Salsola cruciata, Salsola cyclophylla, Salsola cyrenaica, Salsola foliosa, Salsola crassa, Salsola zygophylla, Salsola tetrandra, Salsola subglabra, Salsola tetragona, Salsola tamariscina, Salsola verticillata, Salsola vermiculata,

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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