Status:
valid
Authors:
(Boiss.) Hook.f.
Source:
tro
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 3: 70 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280097
Description
Haloxylon stocksii (also called Stocks' Saltbush, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Central Asia and the Middle East and is found in dry, sandy and salty habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Haloxylon stocksii is used as a fodder crop, for erosion control, as a soil stabilizer, and for green manure.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Haloxylon stocksii is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong shape. The seedlings are small and have green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Haloxylon stocksii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.
Where to Find Haloxylon stocksii
Haloxylon stocksii is found in the dry regions of the Middle East.
Haloxylon stocksii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Haloxylon stocksii?
Haloxylon stocksii
What is the common name of Haloxylon stocksii?
Stocks' Haloxylon
Where is Haloxylon stocksii native to?
South America
Species in the Haloxylon 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,