Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
sphaerosperma
ID:
558136

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus) 6: 46 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557468

Common Names

  • Axyris sphaerosperma
  • Sphaerosperma Axyris
  • Sphaerosperma's Axyris

Searching for Axyris sphaerosperma? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Axyris sphaerosperma (also called Spherical-seeded Axyris, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a prostrate habit and grows up to 10 cm tall. It grows in open woodland, grassland and heathland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Axyris sphaerosperma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Axyris sphaerosperma is yellow with a single pistil. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

Searching for Axyris sphaerosperma? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Axyris sphaerosperma is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant cactus species that can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from a mature plant and allow it to dry for a few days before planting. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and water it lightly. Place the cutting in a warm, sunny location and water it regularly. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Axyris sphaerosperma

Axyris sphaerosperma is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Axyris sphaerosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Axyris sphaerosperma?

Axyris sphaerosperma

What is the common name of Axyris sphaerosperma?

Sphaerosperma Axyris

What is the natural habitat of Axyris sphaerosperma?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region

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-2666814: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.