Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Species:
sajanense
ID:
1320410

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

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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.

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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

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

Nikolay V. Stepanov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stepanov' in the authors string.
V.V. Stassova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stassova' in the authors string.