Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
turkestanica
ID:
35573

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Regel & Schmalh.) Poljakov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 19: 375 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034902



Common Names

  • Lepidolopsis turkestanica
  • Turkestan Lepidolopsis
  • Turkestan False-mallow


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Synonyms

  • Artemisia chrysostachya Rech.f. & Köie [unknown]
  • Tanacetum johnstonii Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Pyrethrum johnstonii Boiss. [unknown]
  • Tanacetum turkestanicum (Regel & Schmalh.) Poljakov [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum chrysostachys (Rech.f. & Köie) Kitam. [unknown]
  • Crossostephium turkestanicum Regel & Schmalh. [unknown]
  • Chrysanthemum turkestanicum (Regel & Schmalh.) Gilli [unknown]

Description

Lepidolopsis turkestanica (also called Turkestan Lepidolopsis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidolopsis turkestanica is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidolopsis turkestanica is a small yellow flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidolopsis turkestanica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings can be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. It is best to keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Lepidolopsis turkestanica

Lepidolopsis turkestanica can be found in Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan.

Lepidolopsis turkestanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidolopsis turkestanica?

Lepidolopsis turkestanica

What is the family of Lepidolopsis turkestanica?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Lepidolopsis turkestanica?

Turkestan Daisy

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-133755: Based on the initial data import
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Piotr Poliakov (1902-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poljakov' in the authors string.
Johannes Theodor Schmalhausen (1849-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schmalh.' in the authors string.