Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
frutescens
ID:
556371

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) K.Koch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Dendrologie 2(1): 360 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555703

Common Names

  • Atraphaxis frutescens
  • Frutescens Atraphaxis
  • Frutescens's Atraphaxis

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Synonyms

  • Atraphaxis davurica Jaub. & Spach [unknown]
  • Atraphaxis lanceolata Bunge [unknown]
  • Atraphaxis lanceolata Meisn. [unknown]
  • Atraphaxis laxmannii Agardh [unknown]
  • Atraphaxis micrantha Jaub. & Spach [unknown]
  • Polygonum frutescens L. [unknown]
  • Tragopyrum lanceolatum M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Atraphaxis frutescens frutescens [unknown]

Description

Atraphaxis frutescens (also called Shrubby 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 frutescens 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 frutescens has small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atraphaxis frutescens 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 frutescens

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

Atraphaxis frutescens FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Atraphaxis frutescens?

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

What is the best way to propagate Atraphaxis frutescens?

Atraphaxis frutescens can be propagated by seed or division.

What is the typical lifespan of Atraphaxis frutescens?

Atraphaxis frutescens 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-2664947: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.