Status:
valid
Authors:
(Guss.) Freitag & G.Kadereit
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 72 2011
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749269
Common Names
- Eokochia saxicola
- Saxicola Eokochia
- Saxicola Plant
Description
Eokochia saxicola (also called 'Rock Eokochia', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has narrow, linear leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Eokochia saxicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eokochia saxicola has small, white flowers, and its seeds are small, black, and round-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, round-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eokochia saxicola is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Division is done by dividing the rootball into smaller sections and replanting.
Where to Find Eokochia saxicola
Eokochia saxicola can be found in dry grasslands in Europe.
Eokochia saxicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eokochia saxicola?
Eokochia saxicola
What is the natural habitat of Eokochia saxicola?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
What is the average height of Eokochia saxicola?
Up to 15 m
Species in the Eokochia genus
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
Gudrun Kadereit: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Kadereit' in the authors string.