Lavandula qishnensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Upson & S.Andrews
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Gen. Lavandula : 390 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457967
Common Names
- Lavandula Qishnensis
- Qishn Lavender
- Lavender
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Lavandula qishnensis (also called Qishn Lavender, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Yemen and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall and has small, glossy leaves. The flowers are small and purple, and the fruit is a small, black berry.
Uses & Benefits
Lavandula qishnensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a culinary herb. It has a sweet, floral aroma and is used in potpourri and perfumes. It is also used to make herbal teas and as an ingredient in soaps and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lavandula qishnensis are small, purple and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lavandula qishnensis is a shrub native to the Middle East. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The plants should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Lavandula qishnensis
Lavandula qishnensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Yemen.
Lavandula qishnensis FAQ
What are the common names of Lavandula qishnensis?
Common names of Lavandula qishnensis include Qishn lavender and Arabian lavender.
What is the native habitat of Lavandula qishnensis?
Lavandula qishnensis is native to Yemen and Oman.
How big can Lavandula qishnensis grow?
Lavandula qishnensis can grow up to 1 meter in height.
Species in the Lavandula genus
Lavandula alportelensis, Lavandula angustifolia, Lavandula antineae, Lavandula aristibracteata, Lavandula atriplicifolia, Lavandula bipinnata, Lavandula buchii, Lavandula cadevallii, Lavandula canariensis, Lavandula citriodora, Lavandula coronopifolia, Lavandula dentata, Lavandula dhofarensis, Lavandula erythraeae, Lavandula galgalloensis, Lavandula gibsonii, Lavandula hasikensis, Lavandula heterophylla, Lavandula intermedia, Lavandula lanata, Lavandula latifolia, Lavandula limae, Lavandula losae, Lavandula macra, Lavandula mairei, Lavandula maroccana, Lavandula minutolii, Lavandula multifida, Lavandula nimmoi, Lavandula pedunculata, Lavandula pinnata, Lavandula pubescens, Lavandula rotundifolia, Lavandula setifera, Lavandula somaliensis, Lavandula stoechas, Lavandula sublepidota, Lavandula subnuda, Lavandula tenuisecta, Lavandula viridis, Lavandula bramwellii, Lavandula ginginsii, Lavandula qishnensis, Lavandula rejdalii, Lavandula saharica, Lavandula samhanensis, Lavandula cavanillesii, Lavandula austroapennina,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-251900: Based on the initial data import
Tim M. Upson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Upson' in the authors string.
Susyn M. Andrews (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Andrews' in the authors string.