Status:
valid
Authors:
Kamelin & Gubanov
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Byull. Moskovsk. Obshch. Isp. Prir., Otd. Biol., n.s., 88(6): 81 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000601959
Common Names
- Chesneya pavlovii
- Pavlovii Chesneya
- Pavlov's Chesneya
Description
Chesneya pavlovii (also called 'Pavlov's 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 pavlovii 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 pavlovii 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 pavlovii 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 pavlovii
Chesneya pavlovii is native to the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe.
Chesneya pavlovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chesneya pavlovii?
Chesneya pavlovii
What type of plant is Chesneya pavlovii?
Herb
Where is Chesneya pavlovii 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