Status:
valid
Authors:
(Klatt) Raab-Straube
Source:
gcc
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(2): 390 (22 Dec. 2003) (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023966
Common Names
- Himalaiella Chenopodiifolia
- Goosefoot Himalaiella
- Himalaiella
Synonyms
- Saussurea polyptera Rech.f. & Köie [unknown]
- Saussurea chenopodiifolia Klatt [unknown]
Description
Himalaiella chenopodiifolia (also called Chenopodiifolia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with a woody base and a single stem that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Himalaiella chenopodiifolia is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a hedge plant, and as a cut flower. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Himalaiella chenopodiifolia is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Himalaiella chenopodiifolia is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy plant and place it in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Himalaiella chenopodiifolia
Himalaiella chenopodiifolia is native to the Himalayas and can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Himalaiella chenopodiifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Himalaiella chenopodiifolia?
Himalaiella chenopodiifolia
What is the common name of Himalaiella chenopodiifolia?
Chenopodiifolia Himalaiella
What is the natural habitat of Himalaiella chenopodiifolia?
Grassy slopes and meadows
Species in the Himalaiella genus
Himalaiella albescens,
Himalaiella chenopodiifolia,
Himalaiella peguensis,
Himalaiella deltoidea,
Himalaiella heteromalla,
Himalaiella yakla,
Himalaiella chitralica,
Himalaiella abnormis,
Himalaiella nivea,
Himalaiella foliosa,
Himalaiella afghana,
Himalaiella auriculata,
Himalaiella qinghaiensis,
Himalaiella natmataungensis,
Himalaiella lushaiensis,
Himalaiella andersonii,
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,