Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.J.Li) H.C.Fu & Z.Y.Chu
Source:
tro
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Fl. Intramongolica , ed. 2, 2: 259 (1990 publ. 1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259889
Common Names
- Kalidium sinicum
- Sinicum Kalidium
- Sinicum
Description
Kalidium sinicum (also called Chinese Kalidium, among many other common names) is a shrub found in the Himalayas. It has an erect stem, with ovate leaves and white flowers. It grows in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Kalidium sinicum is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Kalidium sinicum is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kalidium sinicum is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is hardy to USDA Zone 10.
Where to Find Kalidium sinicum
Kalidium sinicum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Kalidium sinicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kalidium sinicum?
Kalidium sinicum
What is the common name of Kalidium sinicum?
Sinicum Kalidium
What is the natural habitat of Kalidium sinicum?
Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Kalidium 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,
References
Zong Yuan Chu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Y.Chu' in the authors string.
An Jen Li (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Li' in the authors string.