Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
himalaica
ID:
1238755

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) Pax

Source:
tro

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 16c: 318 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238093



Common Names

  • Pseudostellaria Himalaica
  • Himalayan Pseudostellaria
  • Himalayan Starwort


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Description

Pseudostellaria himalaica (also called Himalayan pseudostellaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae. It is an annual herb with a stem that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Nepal and is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudostellaria himalaica is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pseudostellaria himalaica are white in color and have 5 petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudostellaria himalaica is a perennial plant native to Nepal. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a potting mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Pseudostellaria himalaica

Pseudostellaria himalaica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Pseudostellaria himalaica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudostellaria himalaica?

Pseudostellaria himalaica

What is the habitat of Pseudostellaria himalaica?

It is found in alpine meadows and grasslands in the Himalayas.

What is the flowering period of Pseudostellaria himalaica?

It flowers from May to August.

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50097621: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.