Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caspica
ID:
22054

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hornem.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Hort. Bot. Hafn. Suppl. 91. 1819

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021383



Common Names

  • Hedypnois caspica
  • Caspian Hedypnois
  • Caspian Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Leontodon caspicus (Hornem.) Enke & Zidorn [unknown]

Description

Hedypnois caspica (also called Caspian Sea-rocket, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Caucasus region. It grows up to 0.5 meters tall and has small white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hedypnois caspica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedypnois caspica has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and have a rough surface. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedypnois caspica is an annual plant that is best propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Once the seedlings have grown to a few inches in height, they should be thinned out to allow for adequate spacing. The plants should be watered regularly and kept free of weeds. Deadheading the flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Hedypnois caspica

Hedypnois caspica is native to the Middle East and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Hedypnois caspica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedypnois caspica?

Hedypnois caspica

What is the natural habitat of Hedypnois caspica?

Hedypnois caspica is found in the dry regions of the Middle East.

What are the characteristics of Hedypnois caspica?

Hedypnois caspica is an herb with yellow flowers and small, oval leaves.

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