Himalaiella nivea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nivea
ID:
95968
Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Raab-Straube
Source:
gcc
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(2): 391 (22 Dec. 2003) (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095297
Common Names
- White Himalaiella
- Himalaiella Snow
- Himalaiella White
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Himalaiella nivea (also called Snowy Himalaiella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Himalayas, where it is found in alpine meadows and open woodlands. It grows to a height of 10-20 cm, and has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Himalaiella nivea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems, fever, and liver diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Himalaiella nivea is white in color and has a single row of petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white tuft attached. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of leaves that are deeply lobed.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Himalaiella nivea is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location to protect it from strong winds. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Himalaiella nivea
Himalaiella nivea can be found in the Himalayan Mountains of India and Nepal.
Himalaiella nivea FAQ
What are the common names of Himalaiella nivea?
Snowy Himalaiella
What is the native range of Himalaiella nivea?
Central Asia
What is the optimal soil type for Himalaiella nivea?
Well-drained, sandy soil
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-51477: 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.