Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mozaff.) Parishani, Mirtadz. & Bordbar
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Nova Biol. Reperta 5(3): 343, figs. 1-4, 6. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331184
Common Names
- Karvandarina cartilaginea
- Cartilaginea Karvandarina
- Cartilaginea Indian Almond
Description
Karvandarina cartilaginea (also called Cartilaginous Karvandarina, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Asia. It has a stem that is up to 1 meter tall and white flowers that are up to 2 cm in diameter. It grows in sunny and dry habitats, such as steppes and deserts.
Uses & Benefits
Karvandarina cartilaginea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Karvandarina cartilaginea has small, yellow flowers, which are borne in clusters of up to five. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Karvandarina cartilaginea is a shrub that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-draining potting mix and bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by cuttings. The cuttings should be planted in a potting mix that is slightly moist and kept in bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Karvandarina cartilaginea
Karvandarina cartilaginea is native to Iran.
Karvandarina cartilaginea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Karvandarina cartilaginea?
Karvandarina cartilaginea
What is the common name of Karvandarina cartilaginea?
Cartilaginea Karvandarina
What is the natural habitat of Karvandarina cartilaginea?
It is found in dry, rocky habitats in Iran.
Species in the Karvandarina genus
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
Firouzeh Bordbar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bordbar' in the authors string.