Status:
valid
Authors:
(Poljakov) Ling & Y.R.Ling
Source:
gcc
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 8(3): 119 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083945
Common Names
- Seriphidium heptapotamicum
- Heptapotamicum Seriphidium
- Heptapotamicum
Synonyms
- Artemisia heptapotamica Poljakov [unknown]
Description
Seriphidium heptapotamicum (also called 'Seven-pot Sagebrush', 'Seven-pot Wormwood' and 'Seven-pot Sage', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky soils. Its leaves are alternate, linear-lanceolate, and up to 5 cm long. Its flowers are white and clustered in small, globose heads.
Uses & Benefits
Seriphidium heptapotamicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Seriphidium heptapotamicum is yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and long, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Seriphidium heptapotamicum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months. Pruning should be done in the spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Seriphidium heptapotamicum
Seriphidium heptapotamicum is native to the Middle East and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Seriphidium heptapotamicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Seriphidium heptapotamicum?
Seriphidium heptapotamicum
What are the common names of Seriphidium heptapotamicum?
Seven-pot Sage
What is the habitat of Seriphidium heptapotamicum?
Seriphidium heptapotamicum is found in dry, sandy soils in open grasslands and disturbed 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,