Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
gangotriana
ID:
1323951

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pusalkar & D.K.Singh

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Nelumbo 53: 221 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336405



Common Names

  • Paraquilegia gangotriana
  • Gangotriana Paraquilegia
  • Gangotri Paraquilegia


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Description

Paraquilegia gangotriana (also called Gangotri Paraquilegia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub species native to India. It has a spreading habit and small, oval leaves. It has small yellow flowers with five petals. It grows in wet meadows, grasslands, and tropical deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Paraquilegia gangotriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paraquilegia gangotriana has small, white flowers with a yellow center and a yellow-green calyx. The seed is small, dark brown, and has a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paraquilegia gangotriana is a small, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Paraquilegia gangotriana

Paraquilegia gangotriana is native to the Himalayas.

Paraquilegia gangotriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paraquilegia gangotriana?

Paraquilegia gangotriana

What type of plant is Paraquilegia gangotriana?

Herb

Where does Paraquilegia gangotriana grow?

India

Species in the Ranunculaceae family

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References

Prashant Keshav Pusalkar (b.1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pusalkar' in the authors string.
Devendra Kumar Singh (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.K.Singh' in the authors string.