Bassia comprises both upright annuals and perennials, characterized by slender, alternate leaves that create a bushy, feathery appearance, often displaying vibrant autumn hues. The flowers are not particularly notable.

Bassia

Bassia eriophora

Bassia hirsuta

Bassia hyssopifolia

Bassia laniflora

Bassia prostrata

Bassia saxicola

Bassia scoparia is a vigorous, bushy annual that thrives in the summer months, characterized by its slender, pale green leaves. During the summer, it produces small, green flowers that are generally unnoticed. This plant is primarily cultivated for its delicate, feathery leaves, which transition to a vibrant reddish-purple hue as summer fades into autumn.

Bassia scoparia

Bassia scoparia 'Childsii'

Bassia scoparia f. trichophylla is a quickly establishing, bushy annual that flourishes during the summer months. It features slender, pale green leaves that provide a soft texture. During the summer, it produces subtle green flowers that are not particularly prominent. This plant is primarily valued for its delicate, feathery foliage, which transforms into a vivid reddish-purple hue as summer transitions into autumn.