Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
esfandiarii
ID:
1411288

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jamzad) Ranjbar & Z.Ranjbar

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 385(1): 48. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423753


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Description

Lomelosia esfandiarii (also called 'Esfandiari's Lomelosia', among many other common names) is a small shrub with linear-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is native to Peru and is found in dry and semi-dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lomelosia esfandiarii has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antiseptic. It can also be used as a food source and for making rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lomelosia esfandiarii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lomelosia esfandiarii is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Lomelosia esfandiarii

Lomelosia esfandiarii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild in countries such as Spain, Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

Lomelosia esfandiarii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Lomelosia esfandiarii?

Lomelosia esfandiarii is native to the cloud forests of Iran.

What is the size of Lomelosia esfandiarii?

Lomelosia esfandiarii is a small plant, growing up to 10 cm in height.

What is the blooming season of Lomelosia esfandiarii?

Lomelosia esfandiarii blooms in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Lomelosia genus

Lomelosia variifolia, Lomelosia sulphurea, Lomelosia rhodantha, Lomelosia rhodopensis, Lomelosia roberti, Lomelosia rotata, Lomelosia rufescens, Lomelosia ulugbekii, Lomelosia songarica, Lomelosia speciosa, Lomelosia sphaciotica, Lomelosia stellata, Lomelosia simplex, Lomelosia pulsatilloides, Lomelosia calocephala, Lomelosia aucheri, Lomelosia balianii, Lomelosia bicolor, Lomelosia albocincta, Lomelosia camelorum, Lomelosia candollei, Lomelosia caucasica, Lomelosia cosmoides, Lomelosia reuteriana, Lomelosia brachiata, Lomelosia argentea, Lomelosia alpestris, Lomelosia palestina, Lomelosia macrochaete, Lomelosia micrantha, Lomelosia minoana, Lomelosia oberti-manettii, Lomelosia crenata, Lomelosia olivieri, Lomelosia kurdica, Lomelosia paucidentata, Lomelosia persica, Lomelosia polykratis, Lomelosia porphyroneura, Lomelosia prolifera, Lomelosia pseudograminifolia, Lomelosia olgae, Lomelosia cretica, Lomelosia cyprica, Lomelosia divaricata, Lomelosia epirota, Lomelosia flavida, Lomelosia lycia, Lomelosia graminifolia, Lomelosia leucactis,

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

Ziba Jamzad (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jamzad' in the authors string.
Massoud Ranjbar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ranjbar' in the authors string.
Zahra Ranjbar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Ranjbar' in the authors string.