Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
pyrenaica
ID:
471562

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Gay

Source:
cmp

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat. (Paris) 26: 210 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470894



Common Names

  • Pyrenean Lousewort
  • Pyrenaica Pedicularis
  • Pyrenean Pedicularis


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Description

Pedicularis pyrenaica (also called Pyrenean lousewort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has a hairy stem with opposite, ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is native to the Caucasus and is found in meadows, grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pedicularis pyrenaica has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of various ailments, including fever, headache, and diarrhea. It is also used in the production of herbal teas and tinctures, and has been known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pedicularis pyrenaica is a yellow-green, tubular flower with a long, curved spur. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pedicularis pyrenaica is a hardy perennial that is native to the Pyrenees Mountains in Europe. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall and will germinate in the spring.

Where to Find Pedicularis pyrenaica

Pedicularis pyrenaica can be found in the mountains of the Pyrenees.

Pedicularis pyrenaica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pedicularis pyrenaica?

Pedicularis pyrenaica

What is the common name of Pedicularis pyrenaica?

Pyrenean lousewort

What is the natural habitat of Pedicularis pyrenaica?

Mountain meadows, open woods, and alpine tundra

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

Jaques Étienne Gay (1786-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Gay' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:807540-1: 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].