Kingdom:
Phylum:
Order:
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elatior
ID:
533445

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.A.Mey.) Schischk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Fl. Sibir. Occ. 4: 961 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532777



Common Names

  • Erect Anabasis
  • Erect Saltbush
  • Erect Greasewood


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Synonyms

  • Anabasis intermedia Moq. [unknown]
  • Anabasis korovinii Iljin ex A.N.Vassiljeva [unknown]
  • Anabasis phyllophora Kar. & Kir. [unknown]
  • Anabasis subulifolia C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Brachylepis elatior C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Brachylepis eriopoda Schrenk [unknown]
  • Brachylepis intermedia Kar. & Kir. [unknown]
  • Anabasis korovinii Iljin [unknown]

Description

Anabasis elatior (also called Tall anabasis, among many other common names) is an annual, succulent plant with a white stem and small, yellow flowers. It is native to the Middle East and Central Asia and grows in sandy, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anabasis elatior has been used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold. It is also used as a diuretic and as a digestive aid. It has been used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anabasis elatior 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Anabasis elatior 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 elatior

Anabasis elatior can be found in the Middle East, from Turkey to Iran and Afghanistan.

Anabasis elatior FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anabasis elatior?

Anabasis elatior

What is the common name of Anabasis elatior?

Tall Saltbush

What is the distribution of Anabasis elatior?

Eastern Australia

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2635637: Based on the initial data import
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
Boris K. Schischkin (1886-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schischk.' in the authors string.