Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
fangingense
ID:
46569

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Ling

Source:
gcc

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. x. 175 (1965).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045898



Common Names

  • Leontopodium fangingense
  • Fang's Edelweiss
  • Fang's Leontopodium


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Description

Leontopodium fangingense (also called 'Fang's Edelweiss', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has small, woolly leaves and white flowers. It grows in rocky soils and is found in alpine meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Leontopodium fangingense is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Himalayas. It is often used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and can be used to attract birds and other wildlife. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leontopodium fangingense is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white rays. Its seeds are small, black and oblong. Its seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leontopodium fangingense is a perennial herb that is native to the alpine regions of China. 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 cuttings from the stems and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once the plants are established, they can be transplanted to their permanent location.

Where to Find Leontopodium fangingense

Leontopodium fangingense is native to the Himalayas and can be found in the mountain regions of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Leontopodium fangingense FAQ

What are the common names of Leontopodium fangingense?

Leontopodium fangingense is commonly known as Fanging Edelweiss.

What is the optimal soil type for Leontopodium fangingense?

Leontopodium fangingense prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

What is the optimal temperature for Leontopodium fangingense?

Leontopodium fangingense prefers temperatures between 40-60°F (4-15°C).

Species in the Leontopodium genus

Leontopodium palibinianum, Leontopodium schlothauerae, Leontopodium giraldii, Leontopodium caespitosum, Leontopodium paradoxum, Leontopodium monocephalum, Leontopodium andersonii, Leontopodium omeiense, Leontopodium roseum, Leontopodium kamtschaticum, Leontopodium fauriei, Leontopodium calocephalum, Leontopodium muscoides, Leontopodium himalayanum, Leontopodium discolor, Leontopodium hayachinense, Leontopodium dedekensii, Leontopodium shinanense, Leontopodium souliei, Leontopodium villosum, Leontopodium fangingense, Leontopodium blagoveshczenskyi, Leontopodium montisganeshii, Leontopodium suffruticosum, Leontopodium ochroleucum, Leontopodium japonicum, Leontopodium nanum, Leontopodium kurilense, Leontopodium villosulum, Leontopodium makianum, Leontopodium artemisiifolium, Leontopodium haastioides, Leontopodium haplophylloides, Leontopodium stoloniferum, Leontopodium wilsonii, Leontopodium pusillum, Leontopodium aurantiacum, Leontopodium campestre, Leontopodium smithianum, Leontopodium charkeviczii, Leontopodium forrestianum, Leontopodium delavayanum, Leontopodium conglobatum, Leontopodium stracheyi, Leontopodium microphyllum, Leontopodium leontopodioides, Leontopodium sinense, Leontopodium franchetii, Leontopodium junpeianum, Leontopodium brachyactis,

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-144381: Based on the initial data import
Yong Ling (1903-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Ling' in the authors string.