Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
macrocarpum
ID:
622100

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge ex Maxim.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. St.-Pétersbourg Divers Savans 9: 226 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621432



Common Names

  • Large-Fruited Corispermum
  • Macrocarpum Corispermum
  • Large-Fruited Corispermum


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Synonyms

  • Corispermum macrocarpum elongatum P.Y.Fu & W.Wang [unknown]
  • Corispermum macrocarpum elongatum (P.Y.Fu & W.Wang) Boreau [unknown]
  • Corispermum macrocarpum microstachyum P.Y.Fu & W.Wang [unknown]
  • Corispermum macrocarpum rubrum P.Y.Fu & W.Wang [unknown]
  • Corispermum macrospermum Trautv. [unknown]

Description

Corispermum macrocarpum (also called Largefruit Birdseed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaranthaceae. It is native to Central Asia, the Caucasus, and Siberia. It grows in dry grasslands, steppes, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Corispermum macrocarpum is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Corispermum macrocarpum is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corispermum macrocarpum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in the spring and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided into clumps of 3-5 plants and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Corispermum macrocarpum

Corispermum macrocarpum can be found in the steppes and semi-deserts of Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.

Corispermum macrocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corispermum macrocarpum?

Corispermum macrocarpum

What type of plant is Corispermum macrocarpum?

Annual herb

Where does Corispermum macrocarpum grow?

Central Asia

Species in the Corispermum genus

Corispermum afghanicum, Corispermum algidum, Corispermum altaicum, Corispermum americanum, Corispermum aralocaspicum, Corispermum bardunovii, Corispermum calvoborysthenicum, Corispermum candelabrum, Corispermum canescens, Corispermum chinganicum, Corispermum confertum, Corispermum crassifolium, Corispermum czernjaevii, Corispermum declinatum, Corispermum dilutum, Corispermum elongatum, Corispermum erosum, Corispermum falcatum, Corispermum filifolium, Corispermum flexuosum, Corispermum gallicum, Corispermum gelidum, Corispermum heptapotamicum, Corispermum hilariae, Corispermum hookeri, Corispermum huanghoense, Corispermum hyssopifolium, Corispermum ikramii, Corispermum intermedium, Corispermum klokovii, Corispermum komarovii, Corispermum korovinii, Corispermum krylovii, Corispermum laxiflorum, Corispermum lehmannianum, Corispermum lepidocarpum, Corispermum lhasaense, Corispermum macrocarpum, Corispermum marschallii, Corispermum maynense, Corispermum mongolicum, Corispermum navicula, Corispermum nitidum, Corispermum ochotense, Corispermum orientale, Corispermum pacificum, Corispermum pallasii, Corispermum pallidum, Corispermum pamiricum, Corispermum papillosum,

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-2737701: Based on the initial data import
Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.