Status:
valid
Authors:
Decne. ex Boiss.
Source:
tro
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 2: 88 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264552
Common Names
- Pycnocycla Aucherana
- Aucherana
- Aucherana Plant
Description
Pycnocycla aucherana (also called Aucher's pycnocycla, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Asia, specifically Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan. It typically grows in dry, arid areas, such as in deserts and on rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Pycnocycla aucherana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pycnocycla aucheriana var. mesomorpha (Rech.f., Aellen & Esfand.) Hedge & Lamond
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pycnocycla aucherana is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pycnocycla aucherana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun to partial shade and watered regularly.
Where to Find Pycnocycla aucherana
Pycnocycla aucherana is found in the Middle East, Central Asia, and South Asia.
Pycnocycla aucherana FAQ
How does Pycnocycla aucherana reproduce?
Pycnocycla aucherana reproduces by producing seeds which are dispersed by wind.
What is the optimal temperature for Pycnocycla aucherana?
The optimal temperature for Pycnocycla aucherana is between 20-30°C.
What is the natural habitat of Pycnocycla aucherana?
The natural habitat of Pycnocycla aucherana is dry, rocky areas.
Species in the Pycnocycla genus
Pycnocycla tomentosa,
Pycnocycla spinosa,
Pycnocycla sheilae,
Pycnocycla saxatilis,
Pycnocycla prostrata,
Pycnocycla musiformis,
Pycnocycla ledermannii,
Pycnocycla glauca,
Pycnocycla flabellifolia,
Pycnocycla cespitosa,
Pycnocycla cephalantha,
Pycnocycla acanthorhipsis,
Pycnocycla nodiflora,
Pycnocycla aucherana,
Pycnocycla bashagardiana,
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,