Laxmannia paleacea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paleacea
ID:
687365
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 1: 159 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686698
Common Names
- Laxmannia paleacea
- Pale-flowered Laxmannia
- Pale-flowered Ferula
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- Laxmannia grandiflora paleacea (F.Muell.) Benth. [unknown]
- Bartlingia paleacea (F.Muell.) Ostenf. [unknown]
Description
Laxmannia paleacea (also called 'Pale Laxmannia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asparagaceae family. It is native to the Caucasus region and grows in meadows, steppes and slopes. It has a thick, woody stem and its leaves are pinnate and finely divided. The flowers are yellow and the fruits are small and globular.
Uses & Benefits
Laxmannia paleacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, inflammation, and pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Laxmannia paleacea is yellow and small, with four petals. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Laxmannia paleacea can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Division in spring. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions. We have found it best to pot up the smaller divisions and grow them on in light shade in a cold frame until they are established.
Where to Find Laxmannia paleacea
Laxmannia paleacea is native to Central Asia, and can be found in the steppe and semi-desert areas of this region.
Laxmannia paleacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Laxmannia paleacea?
Laxmannia paleacea
What is the common name of Laxmannia paleacea?
No common name
Where is Laxmannia paleacea found?
It is found in Tajikistan
Species in the Laxmannia genus
Laxmannia arborea, Laxmannia morrisii, Laxmannia grandiflora, Laxmannia gracilis, Laxmannia brachyphylla, Laxmannia minor, Laxmannia squarrosa, Laxmannia sessiliflora, Laxmannia ramosa, Laxmannia paleacea, Laxmannia compacta, Laxmannia orientalis, Laxmannia omnifertilis, Laxmannia jamesii, Laxmannia arida,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-280855: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.