Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
mongolica
ID:
607771

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beck

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 261: 34 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607103



Common Names

  • Mongolica Cistanche
  • Desert Cistanche
  • Cistanche Plant


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Description

Cistanche mongolica (also called Rou Cong Rong, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mongolia and China. It is found in the deserts and semi-deserts of these regions and grows in sandy or stony soils. It has a thick, woody stem and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cistanche mongolica is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments including fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cistanche mongolica has yellowish-green flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and thin, with a single stem and small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cistanche mongolica is a perennial plant that is easy to grow in any well-drained soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Cistanche mongolica

Cistanche mongolica is native to the deserts of Central Asia, particularly in China, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan. It can be found in dry, sandy areas, often near oases.

Cistanche mongolica FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cistanche mongolica?

Cistanche mongolica is native to the deserts of Mongolia and China.

What is the growth habit of Cistanche mongolica?

Cistanche mongolica is a succulent, meaning it stores water in its leaves and stems.

What is the size of Cistanche mongolica?

Cistanche mongolica can reach a height of up to 1 meter.

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Günther Beck von Mannagetta und Lerchenau (1856-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beck' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:661963-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].