Petasites fominii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fominii
ID:
125739
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bordz.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Zap. Kievsk. Obsc. Estestvoisp. xxv. 123 (1915).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125068
Common Names
- Petasites fominii
- Fomin's Butterbur
- Fomin's Petasites
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Petasites fominii (also called Fomin's Butterbur, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and Eastern Europe. It typically grows in moist meadows, along streams, and in wet woods. It has large, round, heart-shaped leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Petasites fominii is used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat digestive problems and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Petasites fominii is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings are small, with long, thin, light green leaves.
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Petasites fominii is a perennial plant that is propagated by division of the rhizomes. It is best grown in moist, fertile soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in dry soils. It can be propagated by seed, but the seedlings are slow to establish and may take several years to reach maturity.
Where to Find Petasites fominii
Petasites fominii is native to the Caucasus region.
Petasites fominii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Petasites fominii?
Petasites fominii
What is the common name of Petasites fominii?
Fomin's Butterbur
Where does Petasites fominii grow?
Petasites fominii is native to the eastern United States and Canada.
Species in the Petasites genus
Petasites sachalinensis, Petasites tricholobus, Petasites paradoxus, Petasites japonicus, Petasites rubellus, Petasites radiatus, Petasites kablikianus, Petasites rechingeri, Petasites hybridus, Petasites spurius, Petasites kablikianus, Petasites albiflorus, Petasites alpestris, Petasites tatewakianus, Petasites albus, Petasites formosanus, Petasites fominii, Petasites frigidus, Petasites pyrenaicus, Petasites versipilus, Petasites doerfleri, Petasites anapetrovianus,
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-86153: Based on the initial data import
Eugen Iwanowitsch Bordzilowski (1875-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bordz.' in the authors string.