Taverniera echinata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
echinata
ID:
190821
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mozaff.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot.4: 64 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190150
Common Names
- Taverniera echinata
- Echinata Taverniera
- Echinata Pricklypear
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Taverniera echinata (also called Spiny Taverniera, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant, native to the Caucasus region and Iran. It typically grows in rocky and sandy soils, and can be found in open grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Taverniera echinata is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer properties. It is also used to treat digestive issues, fatigue, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Taverniera echinata are yellow in color and have a five-petaled corolla. The seeds are small, black, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Taverniera echinata is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, rocky habitats. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, and it is best to sow the seeds in the fall. The seeds should be sown in a shallow tray and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings in the spring.
Where to Find Taverniera echinata
Taverniera echinata is native to the Mediterranean region.
Taverniera echinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taverniera echinata?
Taverniera echinata
What is the family of Taverniera echinata?
Fabaceae
What is the distribution of Taverniera echinata?
Iran
Species in the Taverniera genus
Taverniera albida, Taverniera brevialata, Taverniera glauca, Taverniera nummularia, Taverniera spartea, Taverniera echinata, Taverniera abyssinica, Taverniera aegyptiaca, Taverniera cuneifolia, Taverniera glabra, Taverniera lappacea, Taverniera longisetosa, Taverniera multinoda, Taverniera diffusa, Taverniera oligantha, Taverniera schimperi, Taverniera sericophylla, Taverniera cuneifolia,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Valiolah Mozaffarian (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mozaff.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Taverniera echinata Mozaff.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.