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Oxybasis (Oxybasis)
Oxybasis are rarely cultivated in the garden, growing most commonly in the wild, in sunny disturbed areas. These multi-branching plants attract the most attention when they produce flowers throughout the summer and early fall. After flowering, the stems are covered in small seeds which allow the plants to spread themselves across their habitats. 
Lifespan
Annual
Key Facts About Oxybasis
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Attributes of Oxybasis
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen
Scientific Classification of Oxybasis
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Pinks, cacti, and allies
Family
Amaranth
Genus
Oxybasis
Distribution of Oxybasis
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Distribution Map of Oxybasis
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Oxybasis
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The oxybasis genus, part of the Chenopodiaceae family, comprises robust plants, adaptable to diverse climates. Basic care involves moderate light, consistent watering, and sandy, well-drained soil. They thrive in a moderate temperature range of 10-25°C. Common challenges include aphids, mildew, and occasional leaf spots. This genus tolerates seasonal fluctuations, needing slightly more moisture in summer while dormancy in winter requires less attention. Adapting care throughout the year assures optimal growth.
How to Water Oxybasis?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Oxybasis?
How to Propagate Oxybasis?
How to Plant Oxybasis?
Exploring the Oxybasis Plants
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5 most common species：
Oak-leaved goosefoot
Oak-leaved goosefoot (Oxybasis glauca) is an herbaceous summer annual native to Europe and Asia, but also present in other parts of the world as a weed. Its leaves look like miniature versions of oak leaves. Oxybasis glauca contains saponins, which are mildly toxic. Because some other goosefoot species are edible, care should be taken not to mix them up.
Pigweed
Pigweed (*Oxybasis rubra*) is an annual herb with red-tinged leaves and fruit that is also called coast line goosefoot, red goosefoot and red pigweed. It blooms from late summer to early fall with small, green flowers. Fruits follow flowers and are red and very noticeable.
Oak-leaved Goosefoot
Oak-leaved Goosefoot (Oxybasis glauca subsp. glauca) is an annual plant whose common name comes from the shape of its leaves. It grows in full sun along roadsides railroads and disturbed places. Blooms from summer to fall with clusters of very small yellow flowers.
Saltmarsh goosefoot
Saltmarsh goosefoot is a herbaceous annual that is salt and humidity tolerant, preferring nutrient-rich mud in exposed salty areas. Interestingly, this plant can have leaves of different shape; they can be oval with a smooth edge but also triangular and toothed. The life cycle of saltmarsh goosefoot is short, only 2-3 months.
City goosefoot
City goosefoot (Oxybasis urbica) can be found across the world. While it is unable to survive in shade, it thrives in disturbed habitats. The plant's leaves are shaped like the foot of a goose, which explains the name goosefoot. Gold and green dyes can be extracted from it. City goosefoot is easily confused with nettle-leaved goosefoot, which grows primarily in wetlands.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
Distribution
How To Care
All Species
More Genus
Oxybasis
Oxybasis
Oxybasis are rarely cultivated in the garden, growing most commonly in the wild, in sunny disturbed areas. These multi-branching plants attract the most attention when they produce flowers throughout the summer and early fall. After flowering, the stems are covered in small seeds which allow the plants to spread themselves across their habitats.
Lifespan
Annual
Key Facts About Oxybasis
Feedback
Attributes of Oxybasis
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen
Scientific Classification of Oxybasis
Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Dicotyledons Order
Pinks, cacti, and allies Family
Amaranth Genus
Oxybasis Distribution of Oxybasis
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Distribution Map of Oxybasis
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Oxybasis
Feedback
The oxybasis genus, part of the Chenopodiaceae family, comprises robust plants, adaptable to diverse climates. Basic care involves moderate light, consistent watering, and sandy, well-drained soil. They thrive in a moderate temperature range of 10-25°C. Common challenges include aphids, mildew, and occasional leaf spots. This genus tolerates seasonal fluctuations, needing slightly more moisture in summer while dormancy in winter requires less attention. Adapting care throughout the year assures optimal growth.
How to Water Oxybasis?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Oxybasis?
How to Propagate Oxybasis?
How to Plant Oxybasis?
Exploring the Oxybasis Plants
Feedback
5 most common species：
Oak-leaved goosefoot
Oak-leaved goosefoot (Oxybasis glauca) is an herbaceous summer annual native to Europe and Asia, but also present in other parts of the world as a weed. Its leaves look like miniature versions of oak leaves. Oxybasis glauca contains saponins, which are mildly toxic. Because some other goosefoot species are edible, care should be taken not to mix them up.
Pigweed
Pigweed (*Oxybasis rubra*) is an annual herb with red-tinged leaves and fruit that is also called coast line goosefoot, red goosefoot and red pigweed. It blooms from late summer to early fall with small, green flowers. Fruits follow flowers and are red and very noticeable.
Oak-leaved Goosefoot
Oak-leaved Goosefoot (Oxybasis glauca subsp. glauca) is an annual plant whose common name comes from the shape of its leaves. It grows in full sun along roadsides railroads and disturbed places. Blooms from summer to fall with clusters of very small yellow flowers.
Saltmarsh goosefoot
Saltmarsh goosefoot is a herbaceous annual that is salt and humidity tolerant, preferring nutrient-rich mud in exposed salty areas. Interestingly, this plant can have leaves of different shape; they can be oval with a smooth edge but also triangular and toothed. The life cycle of saltmarsh goosefoot is short, only 2-3 months.
Show More Species
More Popular Genus
Feedback
Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
Your Ultimate Guide to Plants
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17,000 local species +400,000 global species studied
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