Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
hirsuta
ID:
749190

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Freitag & G.Kadereit

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 71 2011

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748523



Common Names

  • Spirobassia hirsuta
  • Hirsuta Spirobassia
  • Hairy Spirobassia


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Description

Spirobassia hirsuta (also called Hairy spirobassia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It grows to a height of 10–30 cm and has hairy stems and leaves. Its flowers are white or pink and are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. It is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Spirobassia hirsuta is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright purple flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spirobassia hirsuta is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spirobassia hirsuta can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade and is hardy to USDA Zone 5.

Where to Find Spirobassia hirsuta

Spirobassia hirsuta can be found in the Mexican states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.

Spirobassia hirsuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spirobassia hirsuta?

Spirobassia hirsuta

What is the common name of Spirobassia hirsuta?

Hairy Spirobassia

Where is Spirobassia hirsuta native to?

China

Species in the Spirobassia genus

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Gudrun Kadereit: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Kadereit' in the authors string.
Helmut E. Freitag (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Freitag' in the authors string.