Pternopetalum senii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
senii
ID:
393407
Status:
valid
Authors:
Deb & R.M.Dutta
Source:
ksu
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
J.Sen Mem. Vol. : 421 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392739
Common Names
- Senii Pternopetalum
- Senii False Flax
- Senii Bastard Flax
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pternopetalum senii (also called Sen's Pternopetalum, among many other common names) is an aromatic herbaceous perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a thick, fleshy rootstock and grows to a height of 0.5 to 1 m. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pternopetalum senii is used as a food source in some parts of Africa. It is also used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments such as fever, malaria, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pternopetalum senii has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pternopetalum senii is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Pternopetalum senii
Pternopetalum senii is native to Zimbabwe and can be found in the Mashonaland East and Mashonaland West provinces.
Pternopetalum senii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pternopetalum senii?
Pternopetalum senii
What is the common name of Pternopetalum senii?
Senii Pternopetalum
What is the natural habitat of Pternopetalum senii?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia
Species in the Pternopetalum genus
Pternopetalum senii, Pternopetalum bipinnatum, Pternopetalum leptophyllum, Pternopetalum trichomanifolium, Pternopetalum subalpinum, Pternopetalum davidii, Pternopetalum vulgare, Pternopetalum botrychioides, Pternopetalum rosthornii, Pternopetalum molle, Pternopetalum nudicaule, Pternopetalum tanakae, Pternopetalum delavayi, Pternopetalum caespitosum, Pternopetalum gracillimum, Pternopetalum cuneifolium, Pternopetalum arunachalense, Pternopetalum monophyllum, Pternopetalum latipinnulatum,
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
Debendra Bijoy Deb (1924-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deb' in the authors string.
Rasa Moy Dutta (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Dutta' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:847608-1: Based on the initial data import