Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Petrosaviales
Species:
sinii
ID:
716003

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Krause) Gagnep.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 6: 802 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715336



Common Names

  • Petrosavia sinii
  • Sinus Petrosavia
  • Sinus Star-shaped Petrosavia


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Description

Petrosavia sinii (also called Sin Petrosavia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central Asia and the Middle East, and is found in deserts and semi-deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Petrosavia sinii is a popular ornamental plant used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Petrosavia sinii are white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrosavia sinii is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is drought tolerant once established and can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring.

Where to Find Petrosavia sinii

Petrosavia sinii can be found in the Ryukyu Islands of Japan.

Petrosavia sinii FAQ

What is the common name of Petrosavia sinii?

Sini Petrosavia

What is the natural habitat of Petrosavia sinii?

Woodlands and forests

What is the growth rate of Petrosavia sinii?

Slow to moderate

Species in the Petrosavia genus

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-283908: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.