Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
obscurus
ID:
541074

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dunn) O.E.Schulz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 31: 330 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540406



Common Names

  • Obscurus Aphragmus
  • Obscurus Foxtail
  • Obscurus Foxtail Grass


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Synonyms

  • Draba obscura Dunn [unknown]
  • Lignariella obscura (Dunn) Jofri [unknown]

Description

Aphragmus obscurus (also called Obscure 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 obscurus 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 obscurus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphragmus obscurus 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 obscurus

Aphragmus obscurus is native to India.

Aphragmus obscurus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aphragmus obscurus?

Aphragmus obscurus

What are the common names of Aphragmus obscurus?

Nepal Knotweed

What is the natural habitat of Aphragmus obscurus?

Himalayan foothills

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-2643817: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Troyte Dunn (1868-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunn' in the authors string.
Otto Eugen Schulz (1874-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.E.Schulz' in the authors string.