Status:
valid
Authors:
Lincz.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 23: 739 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426250
Common Names
- Vvedenskyi Corn Salad
- Vvedenskyi's Corn Salad
- Vvedenskyi's Valerianella
Description
Valerianella vvedenskyi (also called 'Vvedensky's Cornsalad', among many other common names) is a small annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to the mountains of Central and Southern Europe, and grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Valerianella vvedenskyi is an attractive ornamental plant, grown for its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used as a ground cover and in landscaping. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Valerianella vvedenskyi has small, white flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Valerianella vvedenskyi 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 vvedenskyi
Valerianella vvedenskyi is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Valerianella vvedenskyi FAQ
What is Valerianella vvedenskyi?
Valerianella vvedenskyi is a species of flowering plant in the family Valerianaceae
Where does Valerianella vvedenskyi grow?
Valerianella vvedenskyi is native to parts of Central and Eastern Europe
What are the uses of Valerianella vvedenskyi?
Valerianella vvedenskyi has been used in traditional medicine for its sedative and antispasmodic properties
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,