Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
polygama
ID:
583710

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge ex Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 4: 921 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583042



Common Names

  • Polygama Camphorosma
  • Polygama's Camphorosma
  • Polygama Camphorosma's


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Synonyms

  • Camphorata polygama (Bunge ex Boiss.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Camphorosma polygama (also called 'Many-flowered Camphorosma', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky hillsides, and coastal areas. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Camphorosma polygama is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Camphorosma polygama are yellow, with five petals and a star-shaped center. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Camphorosma polygama is an annual plant that can be grown in a well-drained soil in full sun. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist and warm until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Camphorosma polygama

Camphorosma polygama can be found in the Middle East, from Turkey to Iran.

Camphorosma polygama FAQ

What is the scientific name of Camphorosma polygama?

Camphorosma polygama

What is the common name of Camphorosma polygama?

Polygama camphorosma

Where is Camphorosma polygama native to?

Turkey

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2695244: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.