Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
refracta
ID:
1237093

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maxim.) Maxim.

Source:
tro

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 27: 517 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001236431



Common Names

  • Pedicularis refracta
  • Refracta Pedicularis
  • Pedicularis


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Description

Pedicularis refracta (also called Refract Pedicularis, among many other common names) is a herbaceous plant, typically growing up to 1 meter in height. It is native to East Asia, and is commonly found in open forests, grasslands, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pedicularis refracta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an indoor plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, reducing inflammation, and relieving pain.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pedicularis refracta var. transmorrisonensis (Hayata) Hurus.
Pedicularis refracta var. refracta

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pedicularis refracta is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pedicularis refracta is an evergreen, clumping shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Pedicularis refracta

Pedicularis refracta is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Pedicularis refracta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pedicularis refracta?

Pedicularis refracta

What is the common name of Pedicularis refracta?

Refract Pedicularis

What is the natural habitat of Pedicularis refracta?

Tropical and subtropical alpine shrublands

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

Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:807552-1: 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].