Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
torulosus
ID:
1326712

Status:
valid

Authors:
Al-Shehbaz

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 32: 134 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339166





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Description

Chaunanthus torulosus (also called Red-hot Poker, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and bright red flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Chaunanthus torulosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaunanthus torulosus is a small, yellow flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaunanthus torulosus is a small herbaceous plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost.

Where to Find Chaunanthus torulosus

Chaunanthus torulosus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Chaunanthus torulosus FAQ

What is the common name of Chaunanthus torulosus?

Torulose chaunanthus

What is the natural habitat of Chaunanthus torulosus?

It is found in wet grasslands, swamps, and marshes

What are the characteristics of Chaunanthus torulosus?

It is a small herb with a single stem and small white flowers

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

Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.