Status:
valid
Authors:
I.M.Johnst.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 85: 174 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069277
Common Names
- Long-stalked Eremocharis
- Long-stemmed Eremocharis
- Long-stalked Starwort
Synonyms
- Asteriscium longirameum H.Wolff [unknown]
- Eremocharis dissecta I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
Description
Eremocharis longiramea (also called Long-stalked Eremocharis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Eremocharis longiramea is a plant native to the Himalayas and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders, headaches, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eremocharis longiramea is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is an oval-shaped, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eremocharis longiramea is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in the spring and cover lightly with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 10-15 cm apart when they are about 5 cm tall. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems in the spring and root them in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Eremocharis longiramea
Eremocharis longiramea is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Gansu, Shaanxi, and Sichuan.
Eremocharis longiramea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eremocharis longiramea?
Eremocharis longiramea
What is the common name of Eremocharis longiramea?
Long-stemmed Eremocharis
Where is Eremocharis longiramea found?
Eremocharis longiramea is found in China.
Species in the Eremocharis genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
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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,