Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
decipiens
ID:
556367

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jaub. & Spach

Source:
cmp

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient. 2: 15 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555699

Common Names

  • Atraphaxis decipiens
  • Decipiens Atraphaxis
  • Decipiens's Atraphaxis

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Description

Atraphaxis decipiens (also called Decipiens Atraphaxis, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central Asia. It grows to a height of up to 2 m (6 ft) and has small, yellow-green flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Atraphaxis decipiens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Atraphaxis decipiens has small, yellow flowers with purple markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atraphaxis decipiens can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and placed in a potting mix with a high organic content. Keep the cutting in a warm, bright location and water regularly. Once established, the plant can be transplanted to its permanent location.

Where to Find Atraphaxis decipiens

Atraphaxis decipiens can be found in Central Asia, particularly in Iran and Afghanistan.

Atraphaxis decipiens FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Atraphaxis decipiens?

Atraphaxis decipiens requires full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.

What is the best way to propagate Atraphaxis decipiens?

Atraphaxis decipiens can be propagated by seed or division.

What is the typical lifespan of Atraphaxis decipiens?

Atraphaxis decipiens typically has a lifespan of 2-3 years.

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2664943: Based on the initial data import
Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.