Status:
valid
Authors:
Attar & Hamzehee
Source:
ksu
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Novon 17: 279 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507705
Common Names
- Onosma bisotunensis
- Bisotun Onosma
- Bisotun Onosma
Description
Onosma bisotunensis (also called Bisotun Onosma, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Iran. It is found in rocky areas and is characterized by small, oval leaves and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Onosma bisotunensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, diuretic, and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Onosma bisotunensis is small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Onosma bisotunensis is a perennial herb native to Iran. It is best grown in a warm, sunny environment with plenty of bright, indirect light. It prefers a soil mix that is high in organic matter and drains well. Propagation is typically done through division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept warm and humid until germination.
Where to Find Onosma bisotunensis
Onosma bisotunensis can be found in the mountains of Iran.
Onosma bisotunensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Onosma bisotunensis?
Onosma bisotunensis
What is the natural habitat of Onosma bisotunensis?
It is found in the mountains of Iran.
What is the flower color of Onosma bisotunensis?
The flowers of Onosma bisotunensis are yellow in color.
Species in the Onosma genus
Onosma maracandica,
Onosma mollis,
Onosma mitis,
Onosma mirabilis,
Onosma microcarpa,
Onosma mersinana,
Onosma macrorhiza,
Onosma macrophylla,
Onosma maaikangensis,
Onosma lycaonica,
Onosma luquanensis,
Onosma longiloba,
Onosma mattirolii,
Onosma papillosa,
Onosma paphlagonica,
Onosma pachypoda,
Onosma pabotii,
Onosma ovalifolia,
Onosma montana,
Onosma oreodoxa,
Onosma olivieri,
Onosma obtusifolia,
Onosma nydeggeri,
Onosma nigricaulis,
Onosma nervosa,
Onosma nemoricola,
Onosma neglecta,
Onosma nangqenensis,
Onosma nana,
Onosma hybrida,
Onosma liwanowii,
Onosma inexspectata,
Onosma liparioides,
Onosma lineariloba,
Onosma lijiangensis,
Onosma levinii,
Onosma leucocarpa,
Onosma latifolia,
Onosma lanceolata,
Onosma kurdica,
Onosma kotschyi,
Onosma intertexta,
Onosma intricata,
Onosma kilouyensis,
Onosma iricolor,
Onosma khyberiana,
Onosma isaurica,
Onosma kaheirei,
Onosma iranshahrii,
Onosma sulaimaniaca,
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
Behnam Hamzehee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hamzehee' in the authors string.