Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
persica
ID:
362107

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Riedl

Source:
ksu

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 48: 81 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361439



Common Names

  • Lepechiniella persica
  • Persian Lepechiniella
  • Persian Lepechinia


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Synonyms

  • Oreogenia persica Brand [unknown]
  • Eritrichium persicum Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Lepechiniella persica (also called 'Persian Lepechiniella', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. It grows in moist habitats, such as riverbanks, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Lepechiniella persica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lepechiniella persica sub. kopetdaghensis Kamelin & Raenko
Lepechiniella persica sub. plicata (Rech.f. & Riedl) Kamelin & Raenko
Lepechiniella persica sub. wendelboi (Riedl) Kamelin & Raenko

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lepechiniella persica are yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and 8-10 yellow petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepechiniella persica is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a pot with well-draining soil and keep it in a warm, sunny spot. Water the seeds regularly until they germinate and begin to grow. To propagate from division, divide the plant into sections and replant each section in a pot with well-draining soil and keep it in a warm, sunny spot. Water the divisions regularly until they take root and begin to grow.

Where to Find Lepechiniella persica

Lepechiniella persica is native to Iran.

Lepechiniella persica FAQ

What are the common names of Lepechiniella persica?

Persian Lepechinia

What is the natural habitat of Lepechiniella persica?

It is found in dry, rocky habitats in Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.

What is the flower color of Lepechiniella persica?

The flowers of Lepechiniella persica are usually white or pale pink in color.

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Harald Udo von Riedl (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Riedl' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:117676-1: Based on the initial data import