Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.Winkl.) Soják
Source:
gcc
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Sborn. Nár. Muz. Praze 1982(1–2): 108 (1982):.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005163
Common Names
- Anacantha Darwasica
- Darwasica Anacantha
- Darwasica Anacantha
Synonyms
- Cnicus darwasicus C.Winkl. [unknown]
- Saussurea darwasica (C.Winkl.) Lipsky [unknown]
- Cirsium darwasicum Iljin [unknown]
- Modestia darwasica (C.Winkl.) Kharadze & Tamamsch. [unknown]
Description
Anacantha darwasica (also called Darwas' Anacantha, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a perennial herb with an erect stem, reaching a height of up to 1 m. It is native to Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, and is found in rocky, mountainous habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Anacantha darwasica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a source of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anacantha darwasica has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anacantha darwasica is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed sown in spring or by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Anacantha darwasica
Anacantha darwasica can be found in the mountains of the western United States, including the Cascade Range, Sierra Nevada, and Rocky Mountains.
Anacantha darwasica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anacantha darwasica?
Anacantha darwasica
What is the common name of Anacantha darwasica?
Unknown
Where is Anacantha darwasica found?
Central Asia
Species in the Anacantha genus
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,