Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
paropamisica
ID:
14766

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Krasch.) Kovalevsk.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 24: 168 (1987): (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014095



Common Names

  • Sclerorhachis paropamisica
  • Paropamisus Sclerorhachis
  • Paropamisus Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Tanacetum paropamisicum (Krasch.) Kovalevsk. [unknown]
  • Cancrinia paropamisica (Krasch.) Tzvelev [unknown]
  • Lepidolopsis paropamisica (Krasch.) Poljakov [unknown]
  • Cancrinia paropamisica Krasch. [unknown]
  • Tanacetopsis paropamisica (Krasch.) Kovalevsk. [unknown]
  • Pyrethrum paropamisicum Krasch. [unknown]

Description

Sclerorhachis paropamisica (also called Himalayan Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sclerorhachis paropamisica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sclerorhachis paropamisica has small, white flowers that are arranged in a corymb-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings have opposite, linear-lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sclerorhachis paropamisica is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a seed tray filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and cover the seed tray with plastic wrap to retain moisture. Once the seedlings have emerged, transplant them into individual pots and keep them in a warm, sunny spot. To propagate by cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy stem and place it in a pot filled with moist potting mix. Keep the pot in a warm, sunny spot and water regularly. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Sclerorhachis paropamisica

Sclerorhachis paropamisica is native to the Himalayas and can be found in rocky habitats.

Sclerorhachis paropamisica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sclerorhachis paropamisica?

Sclerorhachis paropamisica

What is the common name of Sclerorhachis paropamisica?

Paropamisica Hedgehog Grass

Where is Sclerorhachis paropamisica found?

Sclerorhachis paropamisica is found in Central Asia.

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

Hippolit Mikhailovich Krascheninnikov (1884-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krasch.' in the authors string.
Sofja S. Kovalevskaja (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kovalevsk.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:944930-1: Based on the initial data import