Status:
valid
Authors:
Jafri
Source:
tro
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Pakistan J. Bot. 4: 74 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262475
Common Names
- Pycnoplinthopsis bhutanica
- Bhutanica Pycnoplinthopsis
- Bhutan Pycnoplinthopsis
Description
Pycnoplinthopsis bhutanica (also called Bhutan Pycnoplinthopsis, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Himalayas. It is a hardy plant, growing to a height of 1-2 metres, with small, white, star-shaped flowers. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade, and is drought and frost tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Pycnoplinthopsis bhutanica is an ornamental plant that is used for ground cover in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create bonsai trees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pycnoplinthopsis bhutanica has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pycnoplinthopsis bhutanica can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting medium.
Where to Find Pycnoplinthopsis bhutanica
Pycnoplinthopsis bhutanica is native to the Himalayas.
Pycnoplinthopsis bhutanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pycnoplinthopsis bhutanica?
Pycnoplinthopsis bhutanica
What is the common name of Pycnoplinthopsis bhutanica?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Pycnoplinthopsis bhutanica?
Dry, rocky areas
Species in the Pycnoplinthopsis genus
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,