Anabasis aretioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Moq. & Coss. ex Bunge
Source:
cmp
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7 , 4: 35 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532753
Common Names
- Aretioid Anabasis
- Aretioid Saltbush
- Aretioid Greasewood
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- Fredolia aretioides (Moq. & Coss. ex Bunge) Ulbr. [unknown]
Description
Anabasis aretioides (also called Aretioid Anabasis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Chenopodiaceae. It is an annual or perennial herb with a creeping rhizome, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia, where it is found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Anabasis aretioides is used for erosion control, as an ornamental plant, and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anabasis aretioides has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers that grow in clusters. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anabasis aretioides is a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Anabasis aretioides
Anabasis aretioides can be found in the Middle East, including Iraq, Iran, and Syria.
Anabasis aretioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anabasis aretioides?
Anabasis aretioides
What is the common name of Anabasis aretioides?
Aretioides anabasis
What is the natural habitat of Anabasis aretioides?
Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands
Species in the Anabasis genus
Anabasis al-rawii, Anabasis aphylla, Anabasis aretioides, Anabasis articulata, Anabasis brachiata, Anabasis brevifolia, Anabasis calcarea, Anabasis cretacea, Anabasis ebracteolata, Anabasis ehrenbergii, Anabasis elatior, Anabasis eriopoda, Anabasis eugeniae, Anabasis ferganica, Anabasis gypsicola, Anabasis haussknechtii, Anabasis jaxartica, Anabasis lachnantha, Anabasis macroptera, Anabasis oropediorum, Anabasis pelliotii, Anabasis prostrata, Anabasis salsa, Anabasis setifera, Anabasis syriaca, Anabasis truncata, Anabasis turgaica, Anabasis turkestanica,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2635615: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
Christian Horace Benedict Alfred Moquin-Tandon (1804-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moq.' in the authors string.