Status:
valid
Authors:
Rassulova & B.A.Sharipova
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Izv. Akad. Nauk Tadzhiksk. S.S.R., Otd. Biol. Nauk3(116): 71 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000601957
Common Names
- Chesneya latefoliolatus
- Latefoliolatus Chesneya
- Latefoliolatus' Chesneya
Description
Chesneya latefoliolatus (also called 'Late-foliolate Chesneya', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows to a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and coastal areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Chesneya latefoliolatus is an edible plant that is often used in salads, soups, and stews. It is also known for its medicinal properties, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antifungal properties. It is also used as a natural dye, as it can be used to make a yellow-green dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chesneya latefoliolatus is a small, yellowish-green, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chesneya latefoliolatus is an annual herb native to Central Asia. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-draining soil. Water regularly and provide plenty of air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.
Where to Find Chesneya latefoliolatus
Chesneya latefoliolatus is native to the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe.
Chesneya latefoliolatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chesneya latefoliolatus?
Chesneya latefoliolatus
What type of plant is Chesneya latefoliolatus?
Herb
Where is Chesneya latefoliolatus found?
It is found in Central Asia
Species in the Chesneya genus
Chesneya parviflora,
Chesneya kotschyi,
Chesneya kopetdaghensis,
Chesneya astragalina,
Chesneya afghanica,
Chesneya acaulis,
Chesneya cuneata,
Chesneya rytidosperma,
Chesneya tadzhikistana,
Chesneya ternata,
Chesneya vaginalis,
Chesneya volkii,
Chesneya mongolica,
Chesneya gansuensis,
Chesneya crassipes,
Chesneya polystichoides,
Chesneya nubigena,
Chesneya purpurea,
Chesneya depressa,
Chesneya antoninae,
Chesneya badachschanica,
Chesneya borissovae,
Chesneya botschantzevii,
Chesneya darvasica,
Chesneya dshungarica,
Chesneya ferganensis,
Chesneya gracilis,
Chesneya hissarica,
Chesneya isfarensis,
Chesneya karatavica,
Chesneya kschutica,
Chesneya latefoliolata,
Chesneya linczevskii,
Chesneya neplii,
Chesneya quinata,
Chesneya tribuloides,
Chesneya trijuga,
Chesneya turkestanica,
Chesneya villosa,
Chesneya borissovii,
Chesneya elegans,
Chesneya kschtutica,
Chesneya latefoliolatus,
Chesneya pavlovii,
Chesneya popovii,
Chesneya staintonii,
Chesneya macrantha,
Chesneya yunnanensis,
Chesneya paucifoliolata,
Chesneya intermedia,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
B. A. Sharipova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.A.Sharipova' in the authors string.