Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
rechingeri
ID:
471563

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wendelbo

Source:
ksu

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot. 1: 114 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470895



Common Names

  • Rechinger's Lousewort
  • Rechingeri Pedicularis
  • Rechinger's Pedicularis


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Description

Pedicularis rechingeri (also called Rechinger's 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 rechingeri 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 rechingeri 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 rechingeri is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. 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 rechingeri

Pedicularis rechingeri can be found in the mountains of the Himalayas.

Pedicularis rechingeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pedicularis rechingeri?

Pedicularis rechingeri

What is the common name of Pedicularis rechingeri?

Rechinger's lousewort

What is the natural habitat of Pedicularis rechingeri?

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

Per Erland Berg Wendelbo (1927-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wendelbo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:807547-1: 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].