Psammogeton canescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canescens
ID:
1069409
Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Vatke
Source:
tro
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (B, Berolinensis) 1876(App.): 3 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001068747
Common Names
- Psammogeton canescens
- Canescens Psammogeton
- Psammogeton
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Psammogeton canescens (also called Grey-leaved Psammogeton, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Central Asia. It is typically found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and can reach up to 30 cm in height.
Uses & Benefits
Psammogeton canescens is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psammogeton canescens is yellow in colour and has five petals. The seed is small and brown in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with leaves.
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Psammogeton canescens is a perennial herb that is native to Central Asia. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought conditions. It is also tolerant of cold temperatures and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.
Where to Find Psammogeton canescens
Psammogeton canescens is found in the mountains of Central Asia, including Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, and China.
Species in the Psammogeton genus
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-1703113: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Vatke (1849-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vatke' in the authors string.