Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
chitralica
ID:
66512

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Duthie) Raab-Straube

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065841



Common Names

  • Chitralica Himalaiella
  • Chitral Himalaiella
  • Chitralica Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Saussurea amplifolia (Bornm.) Rech.f. [unknown]
  • Jurinea amplifolia amplifolia [unknown]
  • Jurinea amplifolia amplifolia [unknown]
  • Jurinea amplifolia agrestis Bornm. [unknown]
  • Jurinea amplifolia silvatica Bornm. [unknown]
  • Saussurea chitralica Duthie [unknown]
  • Jurinea amplifolia Bornm. [unknown]

Description

Himalaiella chitralica (also called Chitral Himalayan Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white daisy-like flowers. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Himalaiella chitralica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Himalaiella chitralica has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Himalaiella chitralica is a perennial plant that is native to the mountains of India and Pakistan. It is best propagated from seed, and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate cold temperatures. It is also resistant to deer and rabbits.

Where to Find Himalaiella chitralica

Himalaiella chitralica is native to the Himalayan region of Asia. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and on hillsides.

Himalaiella chitralica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Himalaiella chitralica?

Himalaiella chitralica

What is the common name of Himalaiella chitralica?

Chitral Himalaiella

What is the habitat of Himalaiella chitralica?

It is found in moist, shady places such as forests and meadows

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-22740: Based on the initial data import
John Firminger Duthie (1845-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duthie' in the authors string.
Eckhard von Raab-Straube: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raab-Straube' in the authors string.