Aphragmus ladakianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ladakianus
ID:
541072
Status:
valid
Authors:
Al-Shehbaz
Source:
cmp
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Novon 12: 310 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540404
Common Names
- Ladakianus Aphragmus
- Ladakianus Foxtail
- Ladakianus Foxtail Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aphragmus ladakianus (also called Ladakian Rush, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan. It is found in wet meadows, on stream banks, and in moist grasslands. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Aphragmus ladakianus is a popular ornamental plant and is used for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aphragmus ladakianus is small, white, and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aphragmus ladakianus is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in alpine meadows and grasslands. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. The plants should be spaced about 15-20 cm apart. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil and spaced about 15-20 cm apart.
Where to Find Aphragmus ladakianus
Aphragmus ladakianus can be found in tropical regions of South America, such as Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Aphragmus ladakianus FAQ
What are the common names of Aphragmus ladakianus?
Common names of Aphragmus ladakianus include Ladakian Mallow and Ladakian Marsh Mallow
What is the growth habit of Aphragmus ladakianus?
Aphragmus ladakianus is an annual herb that can grow up to 3 feet in height
What is the native range of Aphragmus ladakianus?
Aphragmus ladakianus is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia
Species in the Aphragmus genus
Aphragmus hinkuensis, Aphragmus hobsonii, Aphragmus ohbana, Aphragmus serpens, Aphragmus bouffordii, Aphragmus eschscholtziana, Aphragmus himalaicus, Aphragmus involucratus, Aphragmus ladakianus, Aphragmus nepalensis, Aphragmus obscurus, Aphragmus oxycarpus, Aphragmus ladakiana, Aphragmus eschscholtzianus, Aphragmus pygmaeus, Aphragmus minutus,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2643815: Based on the initial data import
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.