Species:
longipedicellatum
Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Wolff) Pimenov & Kljuykov
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33: 128 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275417
Common Names
- Ostericum longipedicellatum
- Longipedicellatum Ostericum
- Ostericum Longipedicellatum
Description
Ostericum longipedicellatum (also called long-pediceled ostericum, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant native to India. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a terminal cluster of flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodland edges and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Ostericum longipedicellatum is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ostericum longipedicellatum are small and yellowish-green in color. They are arranged in clusters and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and ovoid in shape. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ostericum longipedicellatum is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or air layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, fertile soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Air layering can be done by cutting a branch and wrapping it in moist sphagnum moss until roots form.
Where to Find Ostericum longipedicellatum
Ostericum longipedicellatum can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Ostericum longipedicellatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ostericum longipedicellatum?
Ostericum longipedicellatum
What is the common name of Ostericum longipedicellatum?
Indian Ostericum
What is the natural habitat of Ostericum longipedicellatum?
Ostericum longipedicellatum is found in the moist deciduous forests of India
Species in the Ostericum genus
Ostericum tenuifolium,
Ostericum palustre,
Ostericum florenti,
Ostericum sieboldii,
Ostericum maximowiczii,
Ostericum citriodorum,
Ostericum scaberulum,
Ostericum grossiserratum,
Ostericum huadongense,
Ostericum longipedicellatum,
Ostericum atropurpureum,
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Aciphylla dobsonii,
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