Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gaubae
ID:
393108

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bornm.) Herrnst. & Heyn

Source:
ksu

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Boissiera 26: 60 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392440



Common Names

  • Gauba Prangos
  • Prangos gaubae


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Synonyms

  • Cachrys gaubae Bornm. [unknown]

Description

Prangos gaubae (also called Prangos gaubae, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a tall stem with white flowers. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Prangos gaubae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Prangos gaubae 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prangos gaubae is a perennial herb that grows in dry meadows and rocky slopes. It is propagated by seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The soil should be well-drained and slightly acidic. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Prangos gaubae

Prangos gaubae is found in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia and Georgia.

Prangos gaubae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prangos gaubae?

Prangos gaubae

What are the common uses of Prangos gaubae?

Prangos gaubae is used as a medicinal plant and as a food source.

What is the native range of Prangos gaubae?

Prangos gaubae is native to Central Asia and the Middle East.

Species in the Prangos genus

Prangos trifida, Prangos tschimganica, Prangos tuberculata, Prangos uechtritzii, Prangos turcica, Prangos dzhungarica, Prangos denticulata, Prangos crossoptera, Prangos corymbosa, Prangos cheilanthifolia, Prangos carinata, Prangos calligonoides, Prangos lachnantha, Prangos ilanae, Prangos heyniae, Prangos hermonis, Prangos equisetoides, Prangos gaubae, Prangos ferulacea, Prangos fedtschenkoi, Prangos asperula, Prangos akymatodes, Prangos persica, Prangos platychlaena, Prangos odontalgica, Prangos longistylis, Prangos peucedanifolia, Prangos serpentinica, Prangos scabrifolia, Prangos polyactina, Prangos hulusii, Prangos ledebourii, Prangos lipskyi, Prangos ornata, Prangos acaulis, Prangos ammophila, Prangos bucharica, Prangos cachroides, Prangos didyma, Prangos herderi, Prangos latiloba, Prangos meliocarpoides, Prangos pabularia, Prangos uloptera, Prangos papillaris, Prangos abieticola, Prangos multicostata, Prangos eriantha,

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

Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.
Chaia Clara Heyn (1924-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heyn' in the authors string.
Ilana Herrnstadt (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herrnst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:847444-1: Based on the initial data import