Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
algeriensis
ID:
436781

Status:
valid

Authors:
Botsch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 60: 498 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000436113

Common Names

  • Algerian Saltwort
  • Algerian Salsola
  • Algerian Saltwort

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Description

Salsola algeriensis (also called Algerian Salsola, among many other common names) is a small shrub with small, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Salsola algeriensis is used as a source of food and forage for livestock and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salsola algeriensis has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salsola algeriensis is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Salsola algeriensis

Salsola algeriensis can be found in dry areas of Central Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa.

Salsola algeriensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salsola algeriensis?

Salsola algeriensis

What is the common name of Salsola algeriensis?

Algerian Russian thistle

What is the natural habitat of Salsola algeriensis?

Salsola algeriensis is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sandy soils

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,

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