Status:
valid
Authors:
Shaulo & Erst
Source:
ksu
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Turczaninowia 13(3): 43 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748616
Common Names
- Aquilegia synakensis
- Synakensis False Foxglove
- Synakensis False Foxglove
Description
Aquilegia synakensis (also called Synaken Aquilegia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial that is native to Europe and Asia. It typically grows to a height of 6-12 inches and has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is shade tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Aquilegia synakensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aquilegia synakensis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with a white midrib.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aquilegia synakensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to China. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in early spring or autumn.
Where to Find Aquilegia synakensis
Aquilegia synakensis can be found in the western United States, primarily in California.
Aquilegia synakensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aquilegia synakensis?
Aquilegia synakensis
What is the common name of Aquilegia synakensis?
Synaken's Columbine
Where is Aquilegia synakensis found?
It is found in the mountains of Central Asia.
Species in the Aquilegia genus
Aquilegia alpina,
Aquilegia amaliae,
Aquilegia aragonensis,
Aquilegia atrata,
Aquilegia atrovinosa,
Aquilegia atwoodii,
Aquilegia aurea,
Aquilegia baltistanica,
Aquilegia baluchistanica,
Aquilegia barbaricina,
Aquilegia barnebyi,
Aquilegia bernardi,
Aquilegia bertolonii,
Aquilegia blecicii,
Aquilegia borodinii,
Aquilegia brevistyla,
Aquilegia buergeriana,
Aquilegia caerulea,
Aquilegia canadensis,
Aquilegia cazorlensis,
Aquilegia champagnatii,
Aquilegia chaplinei,
Aquilegia chitralensis,
Aquilegia chrysantha,
Aquilegia colchica,
Aquilegia confusa,
Aquilegia cottia,
Aquilegia cymosa,
Aquilegia desertorum,
Aquilegia desolaticola,
Aquilegia dichroa,
Aquilegia dinarica,
Aquilegia discolor,
Aquilegia ecalcarata,
Aquilegia einseleana,
Aquilegia elegantula,
Aquilegia euchroma,
Aquilegia eximia,
Aquilegia flabellata,
Aquilegia flavescens,
Aquilegia formosa,
Aquilegia fosteri,
Aquilegia fragrans,
Aquilegia ganboldii,
Aquilegia gegica,
Aquilegia glandulosa,
Aquilegia gracillima,
Aquilegia grata,
Aquilegia guarensis,
Aquilegia hinckleyana,
Species in the Ranunculaceae family
Aconitum soyaense,
Aconitum abietetorum,
Aconitum acutiusculum,
Aconitum ajanense,
Aconitum alboflavidum,
Aconitum alboviolaceum,
Aconitum alpino-nepalense,
Aconitum ambiguum,
Aconitum amplexicaule,
Aconitum angulatum,
Aconitum angusticassidatum,
Aconitum angustifolium,
Aconitum anthora,
Aconitum apetalum,
Aconitum aquilonare,
Aconitum artemisiifolium,
Aconitum assamicum,
Aconitum atlanticum,
Aconitum austriacum,
Aconitum austrokoreense,
Aconitum axilliflorum,
Aconitum azumiense,
Aconitum baburinii,
Aconitum baicalense,
Aconitum baicalense,
Aconitum bailangense,
Aconitum barbatum,
Aconitum baumgartenianum,
Aconitum berdaui,
Aconitum bhedingense,
Aconitum bicolor,
Aconitum biflorum,
Aconitum brachypodum,
Aconitum bracteolatum,
Aconitum brevicalcaratum,
Aconitum brevilimbum,
Aconitum brevipetalum,
Aconitum brunneum,
Aconitum bucovinense,
Aconitum bujbense,
Aconitum bulbilliferum,
Aconitum bulleyanum,
Aconitum burnatii,
Aconitum calthifolium,
Aconitum cammarum,
Aconitum campylorrhynchum,
Aconitum cannabifolium,
Aconitum carmichaelii,
Aconitum changianum,
Aconitum charkeviczii,
References
Andrey S. Erst: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Erst' in the authors string.