Status:
valid
Authors:
Iljin
Source:
cmp
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Trudy Bot. Inst. Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R., Ser. 1, Fl. Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 2: 131 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694051
Common Names
- Gamanthus Ferganicus
- Fergana Gamanthus
- Fergana Milkpea
Description
Gamanthus ferganicus (also called Fergana Gamanthus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a branched stem, reaching a height of up to 30 cm. It is native to South America, and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows and disturbed soils.
Uses & Benefits
Gamanthus ferganicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make essential oils. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gamanthus ferganicus is a small, white flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gamanthus ferganicus is a shrub that grows to a height of 2-3 m. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Gamanthus ferganicus
Gamanthus ferganicus is native to the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.
Gamanthus ferganicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gamanthus ferganicus?
Gamanthus ferganicus
What is the common name of Gamanthus ferganicus?
Fergan Gamanthus
What is the natural habitat of Gamanthus ferganicus?
Dry, rocky hillsides and bushveld
Species in the Gamanthus genus
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,