Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
ruschii
ID:
1295432

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aellen

Source:
tro

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 4: 21 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294770



Common Names

  • Ruschii Saltbush
  • Ruschii's Saltbush
  • Salsola Ruschii


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Description

Salsola ruschii (also called Rusch's Russian Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, spiny leaves and grows in dry, sandy soils in coastal areas, deserts, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Salsola ruschii is used as a source of fuel, fodder, and fiber. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salsola ruschii 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

Salsola ruschii is an annual or biennial plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position.

Where to Find Salsola ruschii

Salsola ruschii is native to the Namib Desert of Namibia and Angola.

Salsola ruschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salsola ruschii?

Salsola ruschii

What is the common name of Salsola ruschii?

Rusch's Saltwort

What is the habitat of Salsola ruschii?

Salt marshes and coastal areas

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-7200606: Based on the initial data import
Paul Aellen (1896-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aellen' in the authors string.