Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petrophila
ID:
1334611

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss. & Heldr.) Baczyński, Banasiak & Spalik

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taxon 65: 579 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347065



Common Names

  • Ekimia petrophila
  • Petrophila Ekimia
  • Ekimia


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Description

Ekimia petrophila (also called Ekimia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Ekimia petrophila is used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic. It is also used to treat digestive problems, respiratory disorders, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ekimia petrophila is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green rosettes.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ekimia petrophila is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. They should be protected from frost and should be pruned back in late autumn.

Where to Find Ekimia petrophila

Ekimia petrophila is native to Turkey and can be found in the Petrophil district of Ankara Province.

Ekimia petrophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ekimia petrophila?

Ekimia petrophila

What type of plant is Ekimia petrophila?

Herb

What is the natural habitat of Ekimia petrophila?

Eastern Mediterranean

Species in the Ekimia genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
Krzystof Spalik (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spalik' in the authors string.
Łukasz Banasiak: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Banasiak' in the authors string.
Jakub Baczyński: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baczyński' in the authors string.