Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
kashmiriana
ID:
471723

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pennell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia Monogr. 5: 137 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471055



Common Names

  • Kashmiriana Lousewort
  • Mountain Lousewort
  • Large-flowered Lousewort


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Description

Pedicularis kashmiriana (also called Kashmir lousewort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb of the family Orobanchaceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, erect stem that bears a single, terminal flower. It is native to the mountains of India and Pakistan, where it grows in moist, rocky meadows and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pedicularis kashmiriana is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pedicularis kashmiriana has small, yellowish-green flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are short and thin, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pedicularis kashmiriana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Himalayan region. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by division in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown on the surface of moist, well-drained soil and lightly covered. Germination usually takes place within two to three weeks.

Where to Find Pedicularis kashmiriana

Pedicularis kashmiriana can be found in the Mediterranean region, including in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Pedicularis kashmiriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pedicularis kashmiriana?

Pedicularis kashmiriana

What is the common name of Pedicularis kashmiriana?

Kashmir Lousewort

What type of plant is Pedicularis kashmiriana?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Pedicularis genus

Pedicularis collata, Pedicularis collettii, Pedicularis columigera, Pedicularis comosa, Pedicularis compacta, Pedicularis curvipes, Pedicularis chamissonoides, Pedicularis cheilanthifolia, Pedicularis chihuahuensis, Pedicularis cholashanensis, Pedicularis chorgonica, Pedicularis crassirostris, Pedicularis condensata, Pedicularis cornigera, Pedicularis cooperi, Pedicularis brachystachys, Pedicularis cabulica, Pedicularis brevifolia, Pedicularis brachyodonta, Pedicularis brevirostris, Pedicularis breviscaposa, Pedicularis bonatii, Pedicularis brachychila, Pedicularis cacuminidenta, Pedicularis caucasica, Pedicularis cephalanthoides, Pedicularis cenisia, Pedicularis cadmea, Pedicularis canescens, Pedicularis exigua, Pedicularis ferdinandi, Pedicularis evrardii, Pedicularis ernesti-mayeri, Pedicularis elsholtzioides, Pedicularis fetisowi, Pedicularis eriophora, Pedicularis fletcheri, Pedicularis flexosoides, Pedicularis flava, Pedicularis foliosa, Pedicularis fissa, Pedicularis flagellaris, Pedicularis flammea, Pedicularis delphinata, Pedicularis dasystachys, Pedicularis denudata, Pedicularis dhurensis, Pedicularis elongata, Pedicularis czuiliensis, Pedicularis daghestanica,

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

Francis W. Pennell (1886-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pennell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:807209-1: 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].