Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
siamensis
ID:
508458

Status:
valid

Authors:
Esser & M.F.Watson

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 63: 10 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507790



Common Names

  • Physospermopsis siamensis
  • Siamensis Physospermopsis
  • Physospermopsis


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Description

Physospermopsis siamensis (also called broomrape, among many other common names) is a parasitic plant species in the Orobanchaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is typically found in dry grasslands and scrublands. It has a slender stem with yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Physospermopsis siamensis is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Physospermopsis siamensis has yellow flowers with a five-lobed corolla. Its seeds are small, round and black in color. Its seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Physospermopsis siamensis can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Once rooted, the cuttings should be potted up and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Physospermopsis siamensis

Physospermopsis siamensis is native to Thailand and can be found in the northern part of the country.

Physospermopsis siamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Physospermopsis siamensis?

Physospermopsis siamensis

What is the common name of Physospermopsis siamensis?

Siam Twinpod

What type of plant is Physospermopsis siamensis?

Herb

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

Hans-Joachim Esser (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esser' in the authors string.
Mark Francis Watson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.F.Watson' in the authors string.