Status:
valid
Authors:
Maxim.
Source:
tro
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 26: 426 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001218451
Common Names
- Dolabrate Pugionium
- Pugionium dolabratum
- Pugionium
Description
Pugionium dolabratum (also called Pugionium, among many other common names) is a small, annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and scrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pugionium dolabratum is used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive issues, as a source of oil for cooking and cosmetics, and as a salad green.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pugionium dolabratum has small white flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and oval shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pugionium dolabratum is an annual herb that is native to Yunnan, China. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation can be done by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Pugionium dolabratum
Pugionium dolabratum can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Pugionium dolabratum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pugionium dolabratum?
Pugionium dolabratum
What is the common name of Pugionium dolabratum?
Dolabrate Pugionium
Where is Pugionium dolabratum native to?
Central America
Species in the Pugionium genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,