Piptanthus tomentosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosus
ID:
199801
Status:
valid
Authors:
Franch.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
Rev. Hort. (Paris)59: 474 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199130
Common Names
- Piptanthus tomentosus
- Woolly Piptanthus
- Tomentose Piptanthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Piptanthus tomentosus (also called Woolly Piptanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in rocky areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Piptanthus tomentosus is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Piptanthus tomentosus has small, yellow-green flowers that grow in clusters at the ends of stems. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Piptanthus tomentosus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Piptanthus tomentosus
Piptanthus tomentosus can be found in China.
Piptanthus tomentosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Piptanthus tomentosus?
Piptanthus tomentosus
What is the common name of Piptanthus tomentosus?
Woolly Piptanthus
What is the growth habit of Piptanthus tomentosus?
It is an annual herb with a prostrate or decumbent growth habit.
Species in the Piptanthus genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Piptanthus tomentosus Franch.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.