Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Species:
cymbaecarpa
ID:
426937

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.A.Mey.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Verz. Pfl. Casp. Meer. : 49 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426269

Common Names

  • Cymbaecarpa Corn Salad
  • Cymbaecarpa's Corn Salad
  • Cymbaecarpa's Valerianella

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Synonyms

  • Valerianella huetii Boiss. [unknown]
  • Valerianella monodon K.Koch [unknown]

Description

Valerianella cymbaecarpa (also called Boat-fruited Valerian, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in disturbed habitats, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Valerianella cymbaecarpa is an attractive ornamental plant, grown for its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used as a ground cover and in landscaping. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Valerianella cymbaecarpa has small, white flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valerianella cymbaecarpa is an annual plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be propagated by seed. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Valerianella cymbaecarpa

Valerianella cymbaecarpa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Valerianella cymbaecarpa FAQ

What is Valerianella cymbaecarpa?

Valerianella cymbaecarpa is a species of flowering plant in the family Valerianaceae

Where does Valerianella cymbaecarpa grow?

Valerianella cymbaecarpa is native to parts of Central and Eastern Europe

What are the uses of Valerianella cymbaecarpa?

Valerianella cymbaecarpa has been used in traditional medicine for its sedative and antispasmodic properties

Species in the Valerianella genus

Valerianella varzobica, Valerianella umbilicata, Valerianella turkestanica, Valerianella stephanodon, Valerianella triceras, Valerianella vvedenskyi, Valerianella deserticola, Valerianella cymbaecarpa, Valerianella coronata, Valerianella falconida, Valerianella glomerata, Valerianella antilibanotica, Valerianella anodon, Valerianella amblyotis, Valerianella aksaensis, Valerianella balansae, Valerianella adylovii, Valerianella abyssinica, Valerianella chlorostephana, Valerianella chlorodonta, Valerianella corniculata, Valerianella multidentata, Valerianella ovczinnikovii, Valerianella petrovichii, Valerianella orientalis, Valerianella muricata, Valerianella pomelii, Valerianella platycarpa, Valerianella kulabensis, Valerianella leptocarpa, Valerianella leiocarpa, Valerianella lipskyi, Valerianella dactylophylla,

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,