Status:
valid
Authors:
(Krasch.) Kamelin
Source:
gcc
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Opred. Rast. Sred. Azii 10: 635 (1993): (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042436
Common Names
- Tzvelevopyrethrum turcomanicum
- Turcomanicum Tzvelevopyrethrum
- Tzvelevopyrethrum
Description
Tzvelevopyrethrum turcomanicum (also called Turkmenian Pyrethrum, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, stout stem that bears a single, daisy-like flower head. It is native to Central Asia and is found in dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tzvelevopyrethrum turcomanicum has many non-medical uses. It is often used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover, to prevent soil erosion, and to attract beneficial insects. It can also be used as a natural insect repellent, as it contains compounds that repel certain pests.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tzvelevopyrethrum turcomanicum is yellow and has a single row of petals. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tzvelevopyrethrum turcomanicum is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It requires minimal maintenance and is relatively pest and disease free.
Where to Find Tzvelevopyrethrum turcomanicum
Tzvelevopyrethrum turcomanicum can be found in Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan.
Tzvelevopyrethrum turcomanicum FAQ
What are the common names of Tzvelevopyrethrum turcomanicum?
Turkmenian Pyrethrum
What is the scientific name of Turkmenian Pyrethrum?
Tzvelevopyrethrum turcomanicum
What is the growth habit of Tzvelevopyrethrum turcomanicum?
It is an evergreen perennial that grows in clumps up to 1.2 m (4 ft) tall.
Species in the Tzvelevopyrethrum genus
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,