Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
alaica
ID:
270248

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Knorring) Adylov, Kamelin & Makhm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Opred. Rast. Sred. Azii 9: 107 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269580



Common Names

  • Phlomoides alaica
  • Phlomoides Alaica
  • Alaica Phlomoides


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Synonyms

  • Phlomis alaica Knorring [unknown]
  • Phlomis knorringiana Popov [unknown]
  • Phlomoides knorringiana (Popov) Adylov, Kamelin & Makhm. [unknown]

Description

Phlomoides alaica (also called Alaica Phlomoides, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with a woody base and a stem that can reach up to 40 cm in height. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves, with a smooth or slightly toothed margin. It is native to the Caucasus, Iran and Afghanistan, and is found in sunny meadows, rocky slopes and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Phlomoides alaica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phlomoides alaica is a pale yellow, tubular shape with a long, curved style. The seed is a small, black, round shape. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phlomoides alaica is a perennial herb native to the Caucasus region. It can be propagated by division of the root clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist but not soggy. The seedlings should be given bright, indirect light and kept in a warm, humid environment. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into larger pots.

Where to Find Phlomoides alaica

Phlomoides alaica is native to the Caucasus region.

Phlomoides alaica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phlomoides alaica?

Phlomoides alaica

What is the common name of Phlomoides alaica?

Alai Phlomoides

What is the natural habitat of Phlomoides alaica?

It is native to the Caucasus region

Species in the Phlomoides genus

Phlomoides adenantha, Phlomoides admirabilis, Phlomoides agraria, Phlomoides ajdarovae, Phlomoides alaica, Phlomoides alberti, Phlomoides alpina, Phlomoides ambigua, Phlomoides andersii, Phlomoides arctifolia, Phlomoides ariana, Phlomoides atropurpurea, Phlomoides azerbaijanica, Phlomoides baburii, Phlomoides baissunensis, Phlomoides baldschuanica, Phlomoides bamianica, Phlomoides beckeri, Phlomoides betonicoides, Phlomoides boissieriana, Phlomoides botschantzevii, Phlomoides brachystegia, Phlomoides bracteosa, Phlomoides breviflora, Phlomoides burmanica, Phlomoides canescens, Phlomoides chinghoensis, Phlomoides codonocalyx, Phlomoides congesta, Phlomoides cordifolia, Phlomoides czuiliensis, Phlomoides dentosa, Phlomoides ebracteolata, Phlomoides eriocalyx, Phlomoides ferganensis, Phlomoides fetisowii, Phlomoides fimbriata, Phlomoides forrestii, Phlomoides franchetiana, Phlomoides freitagii, Phlomoides fulgens, Phlomoides glabra, Phlomoides gymnocalyx, Phlomoides gymnoclada, Phlomoides gypsacea, Phlomoides hajastanica, Phlomoides hissarica, Phlomoides hybrida, Phlomoides hyoscyamoides, Phlomoides iliensis,

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-152500: Based on the initial data import
Olga Knorring (1887-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Knorring' in the authors string.
Rudolf Kamelin (1938-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kamelin' in the authors string.
Teshabaj Adylovich Adylov (1920-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Adylov' in the authors string.
A.M. Makhmedov (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makhm.' in the authors string.