Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
polypetala
ID:
389007

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f. & Thomson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 1: 27 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388339



Common Names

  • Oxygraphis polypetala
  • Many-petalled Oxygraphis
  • Many-petalled Oxygraphis


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Description

Oxygraphis polypetala (also called 'Mountain Bells', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to the Himalayas and other mountainous regions in Asia and Europe. It grows in alpine meadows, grasslands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oxygraphis polypetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxygraphis polypetala has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxygraphis polypetala is a perennial herb native to East Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny location.

Where to Find Oxygraphis polypetala

Oxygraphis polypetala can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and France.

Oxygraphis polypetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxygraphis polypetala?

Oxygraphis polypetala

What are the common names of Oxygraphis polypetala?

Mountain Silverweed

What is the natural habitat of Oxygraphis polypetala?

Mountain slopes and alpine meadows

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2396572: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Thomas Thomson (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thomson' in the authors string.