Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
kermanensis
ID:
39000

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bornm.) Soják

Source:
gcc

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Novit. Bot. Delect. Seminum Horti Bot. Univ. Carol. Prag. 1962: 48 (1962) (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038329



Common Names

  • Stizolophus kermanensis
  • Kerman Sedge
  • Kerman Grass


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea kermanensis Bornm. [unknown]
  • Centaurea balsamita kermanensis (Bornm.) Wagenitz [unknown]

Description

Stizolophus kermanensis (also called Kerman Stizolophus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Iran. It has an erect stem with lanceolate leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in open fields, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Stizolophus kermanensis is a medicinal plant used to treat fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stizolophus kermanensis has small yellow flowers that form a dense, flat-topped cluster. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a tuft of white hairs attached to them. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stizolophus kermanensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Stizolophus kermanensis

Stizolophus kermanensis can be found in the Kerman Province of Iran.

Stizolophus kermanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stizolophus kermanensis?

Stizolophus kermanensis

What is the natural habitat of Stizolophus kermanensis?

It is found in dry areas of Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.

What are the common uses of Stizolophus kermanensis?

It is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source.

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

Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:251698-1: Based on the initial data import