Status:
valid
Authors:
(Litv.) Botsch.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Akad. Sukachevu Sborn. Rabot : 112 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611883
Common Names
- Xyris Lacera
- Clidanthera Psoralioides
- Cliffordia Aurantiaca
Synonyms
- Halanthium lipskyi Paulsen [unknown]
Description
Climacoptera turcomanica (also called Turcomanian Climacoptera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant found in the Caucasus region of Russia and Georgia. It has a basal rosette of leaves which are lanceolate in shape and have a toothed margin. The flowers are yellow and have a long corolla tube. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Climacoptera turcomanica is used in traditional Chinese medicine and is known to have anti-inflammatory properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Climacoptera turcomanica is yellow in color and has a tubular shape. The seed of this plant is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Climacoptera turcomanica is an evergreen shrub native to Russia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 6-9.
Where to Find Climacoptera turcomanica
Climacoptera turcomanica can be found in Central Asia.
Climacoptera turcomanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Climacoptera turcomanica?
Climacoptera turcomanica
What is the natural habitat of Climacoptera turcomanica?
Deserts, steppes, and semi-deserts
What is the flowering season of Climacoptera turcomanica?
Spring and summer
Species in the Climacoptera genus
Climacoptera maimanica,
Climacoptera affinis,
Climacoptera afghanica,
Climacoptera amblyostegia,
Climacoptera aralensis,
Climacoptera botschantzevii,
Climacoptera brachiata,
Climacoptera bucharica,
Climacoptera chorassanica,
Climacoptera crassa,
Climacoptera czelekenica,
Climacoptera ferganica,
Climacoptera glaberrima,
Climacoptera intricata,
Climacoptera iranica,
Climacoptera iraqensis,
Climacoptera kasakorum,
Climacoptera khalisica,
Climacoptera korshinskyi,
Climacoptera lachnophylla,
Climacoptera lanata,
Climacoptera longipistillata,
Climacoptera longistylosa,
Climacoptera malyginii,
Climacoptera merkulowiczii,
Climacoptera minkvitziae,
Climacoptera narynensis,
Climacoptera obtusifolia,
Climacoptera olgae,
Climacoptera oxyphylla,
Climacoptera pjataevae,
Climacoptera ptiloptera,
Climacoptera subcrassa,
Climacoptera sukaczevii,
Climacoptera susamyrica,
Climacoptera transoxana,
Climacoptera turcomanica,
Climacoptera turgaica,
Climacoptera tyshchenkoi,
Climacoptera ustjurtensis,
Climacoptera vachschi,
Climacoptera zenobiae,
Climacoptera melkulowiczii,
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,