Status:
valid
Authors:
Edgew.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 20(1): 64 (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003501
Common Names
- Adenocaulon himalaicum
- Himalayan Adenocaulon
- Himalayan Caulanthus
Synonyms
- Adenocaulon adhaerescens Maxim. [unknown]
- Adenocaulon bicolor adhaerescens (Maxim.) Makino [unknown]
Description
Adenocaulon himalaicum (also called Himalayan Adenocaulon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a yellow flower head. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Adenocaulon himalaicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adenocaulon himalaicum is yellow, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are pale green, with long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adenocaulon himalaicum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Adenocaulon himalaicum
Adenocaulon himalaicum is native to the Himalayas.
Adenocaulon himalaicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenocaulon himalaicum?
Adenocaulon himalaicum
What is the common name of Adenocaulon himalaicum?
Himalayan adenocaulon
What is the natural habitat of Adenocaulon himalaicum?
Mountainous regions of the Himalayas
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