Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
tianschanica
ID:
475909

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rupr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Sert. Tiansch. : 63 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475241



Common Names

  • Pedicularis tianschanica
  • Tianshan Lousewort
  • Tianshan Mountain Lousewort


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Description

Pedicularis tianschanica (also called Tianschanica Pedicularis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central Asia. It has a woody rootstock and grows to a height of about 40 cm. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellowish-green. It grows in dry meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pedicularis tianschanica is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pedicularis tianschanica is a yellow-orange color and has a long, tubular shape. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pedicularis tianschanica is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8.

Where to Find Pedicularis tianschanica

Pedicularis tianschanica can be found in the western United States, specifically in California, Oregon, and Nevada.

Pedicularis tianschanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pedicularis tianschanica?

Pedicularis tianschanica

What is the common name of Pedicularis tianschanica?

Tianshan Lousewort

What is the habitat of Pedicularis tianschanica?

Mountain meadows, grassy slopes, and open woodlands

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

Franz Josef Ruprecht (1814-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rupr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:807736-1: 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].