Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
luzhijiangensis
ID:
1599972

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huan C.Wang

Source:

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 36(4)-e01680: 2 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000048737





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Description

Pterygiella luzhijiangensis (also called Luzhijiang Pterygiella, among many other common names) is an annual plant of the Orobanchaceae family. It has a single stem that is usually branched, with a height of up to 40 cm. It has small, yellowish-green flowers, with a calyx that is divided into two lips. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pterygiella luzhijiangensis is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and headaches. It is also used as a diuretic and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterygiella luzhijiangensis has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, round and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterygiella luzhijiangensis is a perennial herb that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be taken. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Pterygiella luzhijiangensis

Pterygiella luzhijiangensis can be found in the mountains of Central and Eastern Asia.

Pterygiella luzhijiangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterygiella luzhijiangensis?

Pterygiella luzhijiangensis

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Luzhijiang Pterygiella

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Orobanchaceae

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77179094-1: 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].