Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
persica
ID:
1323465

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Pimenov & Kljuykov

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 299: 1004 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335919



Common Names

  • Elwendia Persica
  • Persica Elwendia
  • Elwendia


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Description

Elwendia persica (also called 'Persian elwendia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South Asia. It grows to a height of up to 0.5 m and has a soft, succulent stem. Its leaves are oblong-lanceolate in shape, with entire margins. It is found in open grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Elwendia persica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elwendia persica has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elwendia persica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Elwendia persica

Elwendia persica is native to Iran and can be found in the wild in the northern and western regions of the country.

Elwendia persica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elwendia persica?

Elwendia persica

What are the common names of Elwendia persica?

Elwendia, Persian Elwendia

Where is Elwendia persica found?

Elwendia persica is found in the Caucasus region of Russia.

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.
Michael Georgievich Pimenov (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pimenov' in the authors string.
Evgeniy Vasilyevich Kljuykov (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kljuykov' in the authors string.