Prismatocarpus alpinus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpinus
ID:
817642
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bond) Adamson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 17: 106 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816976
Common Names
- Prismatocarpus Alpinus
- Alpine Prismatocarpus
- Alpine Prismatocarpus Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Prismatocarpus alpinus (also called 'Alpine Prismatocarpus', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Europe, growing up to 1m tall. It has small, oval leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Prismatocarpus alpinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used to make tea and its flowers are used for decoration.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Prismatocarpus alpinus has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Prismatocarpus alpinus is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Prismatocarpus alpinus
Prismatocarpus alpinus is found in New Zealand.
Prismatocarpus alpinus FAQ
What is the best soil type for Prismatocarpus alpinus?
Prismatocarpus alpinus prefers well-drained, moist soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5.
What is the ideal temperature for Prismatocarpus alpinus?
Prismatocarpus alpinus prefers temperatures between 10 and 25 degrees Celsius.
What is the best light exposure for Prismatocarpus alpinus?
Prismatocarpus alpinus prefers full sun to partial shade.
Species in the Prismatocarpus genus
Prismatocarpus alpinus, Prismatocarpus altiflorus, Prismatocarpus brevilobus, Prismatocarpus campanuloides, Prismatocarpus lycioides, Prismatocarpus lycopodioides, Prismatocarpus nitidus, Prismatocarpus pauciflorus, Prismatocarpus pedunculatus, Prismatocarpus pilosus, Prismatocarpus lasiophyllus, Prismatocarpus rogersii, Prismatocarpus schlechteri, Prismatocarpus sessilis, Prismatocarpus spinosus, Prismatocarpus tenellus, Prismatocarpus tenerrimus, Prismatocarpus cliffortioides, Prismatocarpus cordifolius, Prismatocarpus debilis, Prismatocarpus decurrens, Prismatocarpus diffusus, Prismatocarpus fastigiatus, Prismatocarpus hispidus, Prismatocarpus implicatus, Prismatocarpus fruticosus, Prismatocarpus candolleanus,
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-354842: Based on the initial data import
Robert Stephen Adamson (1885-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Adamson' in the authors string.
Pauline Bond (1917-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bond' in the authors string.