Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Wolff
Source:
ksu
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 21: 243 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000391896
Common Names
- Pleurospermum albimarginatum
- White-margined Pleurospermum
- White-edged Pleurospermum
Description
Pleurospermum albimarginatum (also called White-margined Pleurospermum, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Asia, and is found in open forests and woodlands. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pleurospermum albimarginatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pleurospermum albimarginatum has small, white flowers that are borne in umbels. The flowers are followed by small, round, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have a single, slender stem with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pleurospermum albimarginatum is a hardy perennial that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division in spring or autumn or by seed in spring.
Where to Find Pleurospermum albimarginatum
Pleurospermum albimarginatum is native to the Alps and can be found in moist, grassy areas.
Pleurospermum albimarginatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pleurospermum albimarginatum?
Pleurospermum albimarginatum
What is the common name of Pleurospermum albimarginatum?
White-margined pleurospermum
Where is Pleurospermum albimarginatum native to?
China
Species in the Pleurospermum genus
Pleurospermum albimarginatum,
Pleurospermum austriacum,
Pleurospermum uralense,
Pleurospermum microsciadium,
Pleurospermum microphyllum,
Pleurospermum aromaticum,
Pleurospermum angelicoides,
Pleurospermum simplex,
Pleurospermum souliaei,
Pleurospermum longicarpum,
Pleurospermum rivulorum,
Pleurospermum rotundatum,
Pleurospermum longipetiolatum,
Pleurospermum tripartitum,
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,