Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Species:
kulabensis
ID:
427036

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lipsky ex Lincz.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 17: 384 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426368

Common Names

  • Kulab Cornsalad
  • Kulab Valerianella
  • Kulab Lamb's Lettuce

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Description

Valerianella kulabensis (also called Kulab Corn Salad, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It has a low-growing habit and produces small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is often used in salads and as a garnish.

Uses & Benefits

Valerianella kulabensis is used as an edible leaf vegetable, and its leaves are used as a salad green. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Valerianella kulabensis has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valerianella kulabensis can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly and keep it moist. The plants can be harvested when they reach a height of 10-15 cm.

Where to Find Valerianella kulabensis

Valerianella kulabensis is native to Central Asia. It grows in moist, sandy soils in meadows and grasslands.

Valerianella kulabensis FAQ

What is Valerianella kulabensis?

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

Where does Valerianella kulabensis grow?

Valerianella kulabensis is native to parts of Central and Eastern Europe

What are the uses of Valerianella kulabensis?

Valerianella kulabensis 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,

References

Vladimir Ippolitovich Lipsky (1863-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lipsky' in the authors string.
Igor Linchevski (1908-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lincz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:860397-1: Based on the initial data import