Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Michx.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1803
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 1: 205 (1803)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591222
Common Names
- Thalictroides Caulophyllum
- Thalictroides Caulophyllum
- Thalictroides Caulophyllum
Synonyms
- Leontice thalictrifolium Salisb. [unknown]
- Leontice thalictroides L. [unknown]
- Caulophyllum thalictroides thalictroides [unknown]
Description
Caulophyllum thalictroides (also called Blue Cohosh, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Berberidaceae. It is native to eastern North America. It is found in woodlands and scrublands at elevations of 0-1000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Caulophyllum thalictroides is used for its ornamental value in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating rheumatism, neuralgia, and sciatica.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Caulophyllum thalictroides is white with yellow anthers, and has a funnel-shaped corolla. The seed of this plant is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Caulophyllum thalictroides is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Divide the plant in early spring or late fall. Plant the divisions in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water the plants regularly and fertilize them in the spring.
Where to Find Caulophyllum thalictroides
Caulophyllum thalictroides is found in India.
Caulophyllum thalictroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caulophyllum thalictroides?
Caulophyllum thalictroides
What is the common name of Caulophyllum thalictroides?
Thalictroid caulophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Caulophyllum thalictroides?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Caulophyllum genus
Species in the Berberidaceae family
Achlys californica,
Achlys japonica,
Achlys triphylla,
Berberis jinshajiangensis,
Berberis pingbaensis,
Berberis pulangensis,
Berberis actinacantha,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acutinervia,
Berberis aemulans,
Berberis aetnensis,
Berberis affinis,
Berberis agapatensis,
Berberis aggregata,
Berberis agricola,
Berberis ahrendtii,
Berberis albicans,
Berberis aldenhamensis,
Berberis alpicola,
Berberis amabilis,
Berberis ambigua,
Berberis ambrozyana,
Berberis amoena,
Berberis amplectens,
Berberis amurensis,
Berberis andeana,
Berberis andreana,
Berberis andrieuxii,
Berberis angulosa,
Berberis anhweiensis,
Berberis annaemariae,
Berberis approximata,
Berberis aquifolium,
Berberis argentinensis,
Berberis arguta,
Berberis arido-calida,
Berberis aristata,
Berberis aristato-serrulata,
Berberis aristeguietae,
Berberis aristulata,
Berberis armata,
Berberis asiatica,
Berberis asmyana,
Berberis assamana,
Berberis atrocarpa,
Berberis atroprasina,
Berberis atroviridiana,
Berberis aurahuacensis,
Berberis baltistanica,