Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
auriculata
ID:
123369

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Raab-Straube

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(2): 390 (22 Dec. 2003) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122698



Common Names

  • Himalaiella Auriculata
  • Himalayan Earless-Thistle
  • Himalayan Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Cnicus auriculatus Wall. [unknown]
  • Aplotaxis auriculata DC. [unknown]
  • Saussurea hypoleuca Spreng. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Saussurea auriculata (DC.) Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Theodorea auriculata (DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cnicus auriculata Wall. [unknown]

Description

Himalaiella auriculata (also called Himalayan Earleaf, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It typically grows in moist soils, and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Himalaiella auriculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Himalaiella auriculata is a yellow-green disc floret, with a diameter of up to 1.5 cm. The seed is an achene, with a length of up to 1.5 mm. The seedling is a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Himalaiella auriculata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It grows best in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Himalaiella auriculata

Himalaiella auriculata is native to the Himalayas. It can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Himalaiella auriculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Himalaiella auriculata?

Himalaiella auriculata

What is the common name of Himalaiella auriculata?

Ear-leaved Himalaiella

What is the natural habitat of Himalaiella auriculata?

Grassy and rocky slopes

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-83856: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Eckhard von Raab-Straube: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raab-Straube' in the authors string.