Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tsarongensis
ID:
12314

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.W.Sm.) Stebbins

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 75: 17 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011643



Common Names

  • Dubyaea
  • Tsarong Thistle
  • Tsarong Star Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Crepis tsarongensis (W.W.Sm.) J.Anthony [unknown]
  • Dubyaea chimiliensis (W.W.Sm.) Stebbins [unknown]
  • Lactuca tsarongensis W.W.Sm. [unknown]
  • Dubyaea tsarongensis tsarongensis [unknown]
  • Lactuca tsarongensis tsarongensis [unknown]
  • Dubyaea tsarongensis chimiliensis (W.W.Sm.) Stebbins [unknown]
  • Crepis tsarongensis chimiliensis (W.W.Sm.) J.Anthony [unknown]
  • Crepis tsarongensis tsarongensis [unknown]
  • Lactuca tsarongensis chimiliensis W.W.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Dubyaea tsarongensis (also called Tsarong Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Bhutan. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dubyaea tsarongensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and skin irritations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dubyaea tsarongensis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dubyaea tsarongensis is a perennial shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Dubyaea tsarongensis

Dubyaea tsarongensis is native to Bhutan and can be found in the Tsarong district.

Dubyaea tsarongensis FAQ

What are the common names of Dubyaea tsarongensis?

Common names of Dubyaea tsarongensis include Tsarong's Dubyaea and Tsarong's Dubyaea

What is the natural habitat of Dubyaea tsarongensis?

Dubyaea tsarongensis is found in dry, rocky areas in the Himalayas

What are the uses of Dubyaea tsarongensis?

Dubyaea tsarongensis is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-111283: Based on the initial data import
William Wright Smith (1875-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Sm.' in the authors string.
G. Ledyard Stebbins (1906-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stebbins' in the authors string.