Status:
valid
Authors:
Stepanov & Stassova
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Vestn. Krasnoyarsk. Gosud. Agrar. Univ. 8: 60 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332864
Common Names
- Erythronium Sajanense
- Sajanense Erythronium
- Sajanense
Description
Erythronium sajanense (also called 'Sajan Dog's Tooth Violet', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It has a decumbent habit and grows to a height of about 20 cm. The leaves are linear-lanceolate and the flowers are white in color. It grows in dry grasslands, heaths, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Erythronium sajanense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Erythronium sajanense has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erythronium sajanense is best propagated by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground, and should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist. Fertilize regularly to promote healthy growth.
Where to Find Erythronium sajanense
Erythronium sajanense is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Erythronium sajanense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erythronium sajanense?
Erythronium sajanense
What type of plant is Erythronium sajanense?
Erythronium sajanense is a bulbous perennial.
Where can Erythronium sajanense be found?
Erythronium sajanense can be found in the Caucasus region of Russia.
Species in the Erythronium genus
Erythronium albidum,
Erythronium americanum,
Erythronium californicum,
Erythronium caucasicum,
Erythronium citrinum,
Erythronium dens-canis,
Erythronium elegans,
Erythronium grandiflorum,
Erythronium helenae,
Erythronium hendersonii,
Erythronium howellii,
Erythronium idahoense,
Erythronium japonicum,
Erythronium klamathense,
Erythronium mesochoreum,
Erythronium montanum,
Erythronium multiscapideum,
Erythronium oregonum,
Erythronium pluriflorum,
Erythronium propullans,
Erythronium purpurascens,
Erythronium pusaterii,
Erythronium quinaultense,
Erythronium revolutum,
Erythronium rostratum,
Erythronium sibiricum,
Erythronium taylorii,
Erythronium tuolumnense,
Erythronium umbilicatum,
Erythronium shastense,
Erythronium sajanense,
Erythronium sulevii,
Erythronium krylovii,
Species in the Liliaceae family
Amana edulis,
Amana erythronioides,
Amana kuocangshanica,
Amana anhuiensis,
Amana wanzhensis,
Calochortus albus,
Calochortus amabilis,
Calochortus ambiguus,
Calochortus amoenus,
Calochortus apiculatus,
Calochortus argillosus,
Calochortus aureus,
Calochortus balsensis,
Calochortus barbatus,
Calochortus bruneaunis,
Calochortus coeruleus,
Calochortus catalinae,
Calochortus cernuus,
Calochortus clavatus,
Calochortus concolor,
Calochortus coxii,
Calochortus dunnii,
Calochortus elegans,
Calochortus eurycarpus,
Calochortus excavatus,
Calochortus exilis,
Calochortus fimbriatus,
Calochortus flexuosus,
Calochortus foliosus,
Calochortus fuscus,
Calochortus ghiesbreghtii,
Calochortus greenei,
Calochortus gunnisonii,
Calochortus hartwegii,
Calochortus howellii,
Calochortus indecorus,
Calochortus invenustus,
Calochortus kennedyi,
Calochortus leichtlinii,
Calochortus longibarbatus,
Calochortus luteus,
Calochortus lyallii,
Calochortus macrocarpus,
Calochortus marcellae,
Calochortus minimus,
Calochortus monanthus,
Calochortus monophyllus,
Calochortus nigrescens,
Calochortus nitidus,
Calochortus nudus,
References
V.V. Stassova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stassova' in the authors string.