Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
kashmiriana
ID:
1325413

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mamgain & R.R.Rao) N.Kilian

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
PLoS ONE 8(12): e82692 (17) (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337867

Common Names

  • Melanoseris kashmiriana
  • Kashmir Melanoseris
  • Kashmir-Melanoseris

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Description

Melanoseris kashmiriana (also called Kashmir Melanoseris, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Himalayas. It is an erect plant, reaching up to 30 cm in height. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are small and yellow. It is found in dry, rocky soils and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Melanoseris kashmiriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Melanoseris kashmiriana has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are green and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melanoseris kashmiriana is a terrestrial aroid native to the cloud forests of Peru. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich, medium-grade potting mix. It should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Melanoseris kashmiriana

Melanoseris kashmiriana is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South Asia.

Melanoseris kashmiriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melanoseris kashmiriana?

Melanoseris kashmiriana

What type of plant is Melanoseris kashmiriana?

It is a flowering plant.

Where is Melanoseris kashmiriana native to?

It is native to India.

Species in the Melanoseris 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

Norbert Kilian (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Kilian' in the authors string.
S.K. Mamgain: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mamgain' in the authors string.
R. Raghavendra Rao (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.R.Rao' in the authors string.