Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
84293

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pall.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1776

Citation Micro:
Reise Russ. Reich. 3(2): App. 755 (1776)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083622

Common Names

  • Koelpinia Linearis
  • Linearleaf Koelpinia
  • Linearleaf Broomweed

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Synonyms

  • Rhagadiolus koelpinia F.W.Schmidt [unknown]
  • Lapsana koelpinia L.f. [unknown]
  • Koelpinia latifolia C.Winkl. [unknown]
  • Koelpinia linearis linearis [unknown]
  • Rhagadiolus koelpinia F.W.Schmidt [unknown]

Description

Koelpinia linearis (also called Linear Koelpinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in open meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Koelpinia linearis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Koelpinia linearis is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white hilum. The seedlings have small, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Koelpinia linearis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It is easily propagated from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C.

Where to Find Koelpinia linearis

Koelpinia linearis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny places.

Koelpinia linearis FAQ

What are the characteristics of Koelpinia linearis?

Koelpinia linearis is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and serrate. Its flowers are white, with five petals and a yellow center. Its fruits are achenes.

What is the habitat of Koelpinia linearis?

Koelpinia linearis is found in moist meadows, steppes, and forest edges in the mountains of Central and South America.

What is the conservation status of Koelpinia linearis?

Koelpinia linearis is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-401: Based on the initial data import
Peter Simon Pallas (1741-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pall.' in the authors string.