Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
amplexicaulis
ID:
459444

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehrenb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 2: 275 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458776



Common Names

  • Tamarix amplexicaulis
  • Amplexicaulis Tamarix
  • Stem-clasping Tamarix


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Synonyms

  • Tamarix balansae J.Gay ex Munby [unknown]

Description

Tamarix amplexicaulis (also called clasping-leaved tamarisk, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Tamaricaceae. It is a small shrub with needle-like leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to dry regions of Europe and Asia. It grows in dry, sandy soils and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Tamarix amplexicaulis is a popular ornamental plant, used in landscaping and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tamarix amplexicaulis has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tamarix amplexicaulis is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Tamarix amplexicaulis

Tamarix amplexicaulis is found in India and Pakistan.

Tamarix amplexicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tamarix amplexicaulis?

Tamarix amplexicaulis

What is the common name of Tamarix amplexicaulis?

Amplexicaul Tamarix

What is the natural habitat of Tamarix amplexicaulis?

Tropical rainforests of Africa

Species in the Tamarix genus

Tamarix gracilis, Tamarix hispida, Tamarix gallica, Tamarix hampeana, Tamarix getula, Tamarix arborea, Tamarix chinensis, Tamarix dalmatica, Tamarix boveana, Tamarix canariensis, Tamarix passerinoides, Tamarix meyeri, Tamarix parviflora, Tamarix laxa, Tamarix aphylla, Tamarix amplexicaulis, Tamarix africana, Tamarix usneoides, Tamarix tetrandra, Tamarix smyrnensis, Tamarix senegalensis, Tamarix rosea, Tamarix ramosissima, Tamarix tetragyna, Tamarix mannifera, Tamarix arceuthoides, Tamarix pakistanica, Tamarix angolensis, Tamarix aralensis, Tamarix elongata, Tamarix karelinii, Tamarix androssowii, Tamarix aucheriana, Tamarix kasakhorum, Tamarix korolkowii, Tamarix kotschyi, Tamarix leptostachya, Tamarix szovitsiana, Tamarix taklamakanensis, Tamarix austromongolica, Tamarix mascatensis, Tamarix gansuensis, Tamarix jintaensis, Tamarix tarimensis, Tamarix sachensis, Tamarix mongolica, Tamarix tenuissima, Tamarix baluchistanica, Tamarix indica, Tamarix salina,

Species in the Tamaricaceae family

Myricaria germanica, Myricaria davurica, Myricaria elegans, Myricaria prostrata, Myricaria rosea, Myricaria pulcherrima, Myricaria platyphylla, Myricaria wardii, Myricaria paniculata, Myricaria laxiflora, Myricaria laxa, Myricaria albiflora, Reaumuria vermiculata, Reaumuria alternifolia, Reaumuria kaschgarica, Reaumuria oxiana, Reaumuria persica, Reaumuria soongarica, Reaumuria trigyna, Reaumuria minfengensis, Reaumuria stocksii, Reaumuria floyeri, Tamarix gracilis, Tamarix hispida, Tamarix gallica, Tamarix hampeana, Tamarix getula, Tamarix arborea, Tamarix chinensis, Tamarix dalmatica, Tamarix boveana, Tamarix canariensis, Tamarix passerinoides, Tamarix meyeri, Tamarix parviflora, Tamarix laxa, Tamarix aphylla, Tamarix amplexicaulis, Tamarix africana, Tamarix usneoides, Tamarix tetrandra, Tamarix smyrnensis, Tamarix senegalensis, Tamarix rosea, Tamarix ramosissima, Tamarix tetragyna, Tamarix mannifera, Tamarix arceuthoides, Tamarix pakistanica, Tamarix angolensis,

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