Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
acutifolia
ID:
436532

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bunge) Botsch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 22: 29 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435864

Common Names

  • Salsola acutifolia
  • Sharp-leaved Salsola
  • Sharp-leaved Salsola Bush

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Description

Salsola acutifolia (also called Acute-leaved Salsola, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, and is found in dry, sandy habitats. It has lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Salsola acutifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salsola acutifolia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salsola acutifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to India. It can be propagated by cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Division can be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist until established.

Where to Find Salsola acutifolia

Salsola acutifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Salsola acutifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salsola acutifolia?

Salsola acutifolia

What is the common name of Salsola acutifolia?

Acutifolia Salsola

Where is Salsola acutifolia native to?

Tropical Asia

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 kew-2481253: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
Victor Botchantsev (1910-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Botsch.' in the authors string.