Trachyspermum halophilum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
halophilum
ID:
412110
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hedge, Lamond & Rech.f.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 162: 339 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411442
Common Names
- Trachyspermum halophilum
- Salt-loving Ajowan
- Salt-loving Caraway
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trachyspermum halophilum (also called Wild Carom, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a woody stem and small white flowers. It is native to India and is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Trachyspermum halophilum is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, cough, and colds, as well as to treat skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trachyspermum halophilum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trachyspermum halophilum is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is found in dry, open, sunny areas, and is native to India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. It can be propagated from seed, and prefers well-drained, sandy soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures up to 40°C (104°F).
Where to Find Trachyspermum halophilum
Trachyspermum halophilum can be found in the Mediterranean region, Central Asia, and India.
Trachyspermum halophilum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trachyspermum halophilum?
Trachyspermum halophilum
What is the common name of Trachyspermum halophilum?
Salt-loving Caraway
What is the natural habitat of Trachyspermum halophilum?
Salt marshes and coastal areas
Species in the Trachyspermum genus
Trachyspermum ammi, Trachyspermum anethifolium, Trachyspermum baluchistanicum, Trachyspermum stewartii, Trachyspermum pimpinelloides, Trachyspermum podlechii, Trachyspermum microcarpum, Trachyspermum villosum, Trachyspermum clavatum, Trachyspermum confusum, Trachyspermum falconeri, Trachyspermum halophilum, Trachyspermum paktianum, Trachyspermum khasianum, Trachyspermum gedrosiacum, Trachyspermum roxburghianum, Trachyspermum scaberulum, Trachyspermum triradiatum,
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
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Jenifer M. Lamond (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lamond' in the authors string.
Ian Charleson Hedge (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedge' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:932489-1: Based on the initial data import