Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
pruinosa
ID:
567389

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 10: 260 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566721



Common Names

  • Blepharis pruinosa
  • Pruinosa Blepharis
  • Pruinosa Plant


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Description

Blepharis pruinosa (also called 'Pruinosa Blepharis' and 'Pruinosa Eyelash Plant', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Blepharis pruinosa has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, cough, and skin diseases. It is also used to treat digestive problems, such as diarrhea and constipation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blepharis pruinosa is a small, yellow-green, and inconspicuous flower. The seed is a small, black, and round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blepharis pruinosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several parts and each part should be replanted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Blepharis pruinosa

Blepharis pruinosa is found in India and Sri Lanka.

Blepharis pruinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blepharis pruinosa?

Blepharis pruinosa

What is the common name of Blepharis pruinosa?

Pruinose Blepharis

What type of plant is Blepharis pruinosa?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Blepharis genus

Blepharis acanthodioides, Blepharis acuminata, Blepharis aequisepala, Blepharis affinis, Blepharis angusta, Blepharis aspera, Blepharis asteracanthus, Blepharis attenuata, Blepharis bainesii, Blepharis boranensis, Blepharis breyeri, Blepharis buchneri, Blepharis burundiensis, Blepharis calcitrapa, Blepharis capensis, Blepharis chrysotricha, Blepharis ciliaris, Blepharis crinita, Blepharis cuanzensis, Blepharis cuspidata, Blepharis decussata, Blepharis dhofarensis, Blepharis dilatata, Blepharis diplodonta, Blepharis diversispina, Blepharis drummondii, Blepharis dunensis, Blepharis duvigneaudii, Blepharis edulis, Blepharis espinosa, Blepharis exigua, Blepharis fenestralis, Blepharis ferox, Blepharis flava, Blepharis fleckii, Blepharis forgiarinii, Blepharis furcata, Blepharis gazensis, Blepharis gigantea, Blepharis glinus, Blepharis glomerans, Blepharis glumacea, Blepharis grandis, Blepharis grossa, Blepharis hildebrandtii, Blepharis hirtinervia, Blepharis huillensis, Blepharis ilicifolia, Blepharis ilicina, Blepharis inaequalis,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.