Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
ranunculifolius
ID:
393164

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Engstrand

Source:
ksu

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 162: 149 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392496



Common Names

  • Psammogeton ranunculifolius
  • Ranunculifolius Psammogeton
  • Ranunculifolius Yam


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Synonyms

  • Pimpinella ranunculifolia Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Psammogeton ranunculifolius (also called Psammogeton ranunculifolius, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a tall stem with yellow flowers. It grows in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Psammogeton ranunculifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psammogeton ranunculifolius is white and has a bell-shaped corolla with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psammogeton ranunculifolius is a perennial aquatic plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Psammogeton ranunculifolius

Psammogeton ranunculifolius is found in tropical Asia, including India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Psammogeton ranunculifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psammogeton ranunculifolius?

Psammogeton ranunculifolius

What are the common uses of Psammogeton ranunculifolius?

Psammogeton ranunculifolius is used as a medicinal plant and as a food source.

What is the native range of Psammogeton ranunculifolius?

Psammogeton ranunculifolius is native to Central Asia and the Middle East.

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Lennart Engstrand (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engstrand' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:944202-1: Based on the initial data import