Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zanjanica
ID:
1325638

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ranjbar & Negaresh

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 43(2): 272 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338092



Common Names

  • Amberboa
  • Zanjanica
  • Amberboa Zanjanica


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Description

Amberboa zanjanica (also called Amberboa moschata, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South Asia. It has long, thin leaves and produces small, white flowers with a yellow center. The flowers have a pleasant scent and bloom in the summer. It is found in moist, shady forests and can be grown in a pot with well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Amberboa zanjanica is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amberboa zanjanica has bright yellow flowers with five petals and small, round seed pods. The seedlings have thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amberboa zanjanica is an annual herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Amberboa zanjanica

Amberboa zanjanica is native to Iran and can be found in the forests of the Zanjan Province.

Amberboa zanjanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amberboa zanjanica?

Amberboa zanjanica

What is the common name of Amberboa zanjanica?

Zanjan Amberboa

What is the natural habitat of Amberboa zanjanica?

Amberboa zanjanica is native to Iran.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Massoud Ranjbar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ranjbar' in the authors string.
Kazem Negaresh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Negaresh' in the authors string.