Status:
valid
Authors:
Bittmann
Source:
gcc
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Candollea 45(1): 403 (1990) (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021903
Common Names
- Adenocaulon nepalense
- Nepal Adenocaulon
- Nepal Cauliflower
Description
Adenocaulon nepalense (also called Nepal Adenocaulon, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Himalayas and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Adenocaulon nepalense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used to make herbal teas, which are believed to have medicinal properties such as anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adenocaulon nepalense is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and has a tuft of white hairs at the top. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a white mid-rib.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adenocaulon nepalense is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will not tolerate wet soil. It can be pruned back after flowering to promote a bushier habit.
Where to Find Adenocaulon nepalense
Adenocaulon nepalense is native to the Himalayas, from Nepal to Bhutan.
Adenocaulon nepalense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenocaulon nepalense?
Adenocaulon nepalense
What is the common name of Adenocaulon nepalense?
Nepal Adenocaulon
What type of plant is Adenocaulon nepalense?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Adenocaulon genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,
References
M. Bittmann: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bittmann' in the authors string.