Status:
valid
Authors:
Regel
Source:
ksu
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Izv. Imp. Obshch. Lyubit. Estestv. Moskovsk. Univ. 34(2): 89 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432428
Common Names
- Kokan's Solenanthus
- Kokan's False Foxglove
- Kokan's False Snapdragon
Synonyms
- Cynoglossum kokanicum (Regel) Greuter & Stier [unknown]
Description
Solenanthus kokanicus (also called Kokanee False Foxglove, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a basal rosette of lanceolate leaves and a single, upright stem with a terminal raceme of white flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Solenanthus kokanicus is a popular ornamental plant used in homes and gardens. It is also known for its air-purifying properties and can be used to reduce indoor air pollution.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Solenanthus kokanicus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Solenanthus kokanicus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Solenanthus kokanicus
Solenanthus kokanicus is native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa.
Solenanthus kokanicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Solenanthus kokanicus?
Solenanthus kokanicus
What is the common name of Solenanthus kokanicus?
Kokan False Foxglove
What is the natural habitat of Solenanthus kokanicus?
Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands
Species in the Solenanthus genus
Solenanthus albanicus,
Solenanthus apenninus,
Solenanthus bakhtiaricus,
Solenanthus albiflorus,
Solenanthus pindicus,
Solenanthus brachystemon,
Solenanthus reverchonii,
Solenanthus micranthus,
Solenanthus scardicus,
Solenanthus stamineus,
Solenanthus plantaginifolius,
Solenanthus karateginus,
Solenanthus dubius,
Solenanthus eriocalycinus,
Solenanthus formosus,
Solenanthus minimus,
Solenanthus kokanicus,
Solenanthus lanatus,
Solenanthus hirsutus,
Solenanthus circinatus,
Solenanthus hupehensis,
Solenanthus atlanticus,
Solenanthus tubiflorus,
Solenanthus watieri,
Solenanthus strictissimus,
Solenanthus apenninus,
Solenanthus stamineus,
Solenanthus turkestanicus,
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,