Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
arenicola
ID:
34189

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Krasch. ex Poljakov) Y.R.Ling

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 11(4): 17, as 'arenicolum' (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033518



Common Names

  • Seriphidium Arenicola
  • Sand Wormwood
  • Arenicola Wormwood


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Synonyms

  • Artemisia arenicola Krasch. ex Poljakov [unknown]

Description

Seriphidium arenicola (also called Sand seriphidium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that typically grows to a height of 0.3 to 0.6 m. It is native to Central Asia, and is commonly found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has narrow, linear leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Seriphidium arenicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Seriphidium arenicola is white and star-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Seriphidium arenicola is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures as low as -5°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few months.

Where to Find Seriphidium arenicola

Seriphidium arenicola is native to Central Asia and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Seriphidium arenicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Seriphidium arenicola?

Seriphidium arenicola

What is the common name of Seriphidium arenicola?

Arenicola seriphidium

What is the natural habitat of Seriphidium arenicola?

It is native to Central Asia and grows in sandy, desert areas.

Species in the Seriphidium genus

Seriphidium glaucinum, Seriphidium tenuisectum, Seriphidium scotinum, Seriphidium ramosum, Seriphidium elongatum, Seriphidium mongolorum, Seriphidium nutans, Seriphidium tecti-mundi, Seriphidium densiflorum, Seriphidium lercheanum, Seriphidium tianschanicum, Seriphidium santolinum, Seriphidium amoenum, Seriphidium vermiculatum, Seriphidium tauricum, Seriphidium herba-alba, Seriphidium oranense, Seriphidium gurganicum, Seriphidium stenocephalum, Seriphidium kaschgaricum, Seriphidium eremophilum, Seriphidium turcomanicum, Seriphidium validum, Seriphidium thomsonianum, Seriphidium baldshuanicum, Seriphidium halophilum, Seriphidium nigricans, Seriphidium bicolor, Seriphidium rhodanthum, Seriphidium arenicola, Seriphidium balchanorum, Seriphidium junceum, Seriphidium badghysi, Seriphidium oliverianum, Seriphidium kasakorum, Seriphidium czukavinae, Seriphidium minchunense, Seriphidium ciniforme, Seriphidium camelorum, Seriphidium gracilescens, Seriphidium vallesiacum, Seriphidium ifranensis, Seriphidium aucheri, Seriphidium fulvellum, Seriphidium transiliense, Seriphidium brevifolium, Seriphidium mogoltavicum, Seriphidium maritimum, Seriphidium gypsaceum, Seriphidium compactum,

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-132403: Based on the initial data import
Hippolit Mikhailovich Krascheninnikov (1884-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krasch.' in the authors string.
Piotr Poliakov (1902-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poljakov' in the authors string.
Yeou Ruenn Ling (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.R.Ling' in the authors string.