Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lagopus
ID:
750686

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) D.R.Hunt

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
in Cactaceae Syst. Init. 25: 26. 2011.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750019

Common Names

  • Punotia Lagopus
  • Hare's-foot Punotia
  • Hare's-foot False Nettle

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Description

Punotia lagopus (also called rabbit-eared punotia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, and has long, narrow leaves and white flowers with rabbit-like ears.

Uses & Benefits

Punotia lagopus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and gastrointestinal issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Punotia lagopus is a white to pink star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Punotia lagopus is a perennial, evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be grown in full sun. It should be watered regularly but not allowed to dry out completely. It should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Punotia lagopus

Punotia lagopus can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan.

Punotia lagopus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Punotia lagopus?

Punotia lagopus

What is the common name of Punotia lagopus?

Hare's-Foot Punotia

What is the natural habitat of Punotia lagopus?

It is native to Chile, growing in sandy soils in scrub and open grassland.

Species in the Punotia genus

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
David Hunt (1938-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.R.Hunt' in the authors string.