Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Wolff
Source:
ksu
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 21: 241 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392617
Common Names
- Microsciadium Pleurospermum
- Microsciadium Sea Pink
- Microsciadium Sea Thrift
Description
Pleurospermum microsciadium (also called Microsciadium Pleurospermum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in moist soils and prefers cool climates. It has a short stem with light green leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pleurospermum microsciadium has been used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pleurospermum microsciadium are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pleurospermum microsciadium is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Pleurospermum microsciadium
Pleurospermum microsciadium is found in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia and Georgia.
Pleurospermum microsciadium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pleurospermum microsciadium?
Pleurospermum microsciadium
What is the common name of Pleurospermum microsciadium?
Microsciadium
What is the natural habitat of Pleurospermum microsciadium?
Forests and mountain slopes in 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,