Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Species:
triceras
ID:
426825

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Mitth. Thüring. Bot. Vereins , n.f., 24: 66 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426157



Common Names

  • Valerianella triceras
  • Three-horned Valerian
  • Three-horned Corn Salad


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Description

Valerianella triceras (also called Three-horned Valerian, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in disturbed habitats, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Valerianella triceras is used as a medicinal plant to treat inflammation, fever, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Valerianella triceras has small, white flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valerianella triceras is an annual plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be propagated by seed. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Valerianella triceras

Valerianella triceras is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Valerianella triceras FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valerianella triceras?

Valerianella triceras

What is the common name of Valerianella triceras?

Threehorn Cornsalad

What is the family of Valerianella triceras?

Amaranthaceae

Species in the Valerianella genus

Valerianella varzobica, Valerianella umbilicata, Valerianella turkestanica, Valerianella stephanodon, Valerianella triceras, Valerianella vvedenskyi, Valerianella deserticola, Valerianella cymbaecarpa, Valerianella coronata, Valerianella falconida, Valerianella glomerata, Valerianella antilibanotica, Valerianella anodon, Valerianella amblyotis, Valerianella aksaensis, Valerianella balansae, Valerianella adylovii, Valerianella abyssinica, Valerianella chlorostephana, Valerianella chlorodonta, Valerianella corniculata, Valerianella multidentata, Valerianella ovczinnikovii, Valerianella petrovichii, Valerianella orientalis, Valerianella muricata, Valerianella pomelii, Valerianella platycarpa, Valerianella kulabensis, Valerianella leptocarpa, Valerianella leiocarpa, Valerianella lipskyi, Valerianella dactylophylla,

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,