Status:
valid
Authors:
Lincz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 28: 130 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513486
Common Names
- Acantholimon Sarytavicum
- Sarytav Spike
- Sarytav Thistle
Description
Acantholimon sarytavicum (also called Sarytav Acantholimon, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Caucasus and Iran. It grows in open grasslands and rocky slopes, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and grey-green foliage.
Uses & Benefits
Acantholimon sarytavicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, and headache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acantholimon sarytavicum is a white or pinkish-white star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acantholimon sarytavicum is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows up to 10 cm (4 in) tall and spreads by rhizomes. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Acantholimon sarytavicum
Acantholimon sarytavicum can be found in Kazakhstan.
Acantholimon sarytavicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acantholimon sarytavicum?
Acantholimon sarytavicum
What is the family of Acantholimon sarytavicum?
Plumbaginaceae
What is the common name of Acantholimon sarytavicum?
Sarytavic Acantholimon
Species in the Acantholimon genus
Acantholimon ekimii,
Acantholimon mobayenii,
Acantholimon multiflorum,
Acantholimon acanthobryum,
Acantholimon acerosum,
Acantholimon acmostegium,
Acantholimon afanassievii,
Acantholimon agropyroideum,
Acantholimon ahangarensis,
Acantholimon alaicum,
Acantholimon alatavicum,
Acantholimon alavae,
Acantholimon albertii,
Acantholimon albocalycinum,
Acantholimon alexandri,
Acantholimon alexeenkoanum,
Acantholimon amoenum,
Acantholimon anisophyllum,
Acantholimon annae,
Acantholimon antilibanoticum,
Acantholimon anzobicum,
Acantholimon araxanum,
Acantholimon argyrostachyum,
Acantholimon aristulatum,
Acantholimon armenum,
Acantholimon artosense,
Acantholimon arundoscapum,
Acantholimon aspadanum,
Acantholimon asphodelinum,
Acantholimon astragalinum,
Acantholimon atrofuscum,
Acantholimon atropatanum,
Acantholimon auganum,
Acantholimon aulieatense,
Acantholimon austroiranicum,
Acantholimon avanosicum,
Acantholimon avenaceum,
Acantholimon azizae,
Acantholimon bakhtiaricum,
Acantholimon balchanicum,
Acantholimon bashkaleicum,
Acantholimon birandii,
Acantholimon blakelockii,
Acantholimon blandum,
Acantholimon bodeanum,
Acantholimon bonesseae,
Acantholimon borodinii,
Acantholimon brachyphyllum,
Acantholimon brachystachyum,
Acantholimon bracteatum,
Species in the Plumbaginaceae family
Acantholimon ekimii,
Acantholimon mobayenii,
Acantholimon multiflorum,
Acantholimon acanthobryum,
Acantholimon acerosum,
Acantholimon acmostegium,
Acantholimon afanassievii,
Acantholimon agropyroideum,
Acantholimon ahangarensis,
Acantholimon alaicum,
Acantholimon alatavicum,
Acantholimon alavae,
Acantholimon albertii,
Acantholimon albocalycinum,
Acantholimon alexandri,
Acantholimon alexeenkoanum,
Acantholimon amoenum,
Acantholimon anisophyllum,
Acantholimon annae,
Acantholimon antilibanoticum,
Acantholimon anzobicum,
Acantholimon araxanum,
Acantholimon argyrostachyum,
Acantholimon aristulatum,
Acantholimon armenum,
Acantholimon artosense,
Acantholimon arundoscapum,
Acantholimon aspadanum,
Acantholimon asphodelinum,
Acantholimon astragalinum,
Acantholimon atrofuscum,
Acantholimon atropatanum,
Acantholimon auganum,
Acantholimon aulieatense,
Acantholimon austroiranicum,
Acantholimon avanosicum,
Acantholimon avenaceum,
Acantholimon azizae,
Acantholimon bakhtiaricum,
Acantholimon balchanicum,
Acantholimon bashkaleicum,
Acantholimon birandii,
Acantholimon blakelockii,
Acantholimon blandum,
Acantholimon bodeanum,
Acantholimon bonesseae,
Acantholimon borodinii,
Acantholimon brachyphyllum,
Acantholimon brachystachyum,
Acantholimon bracteatum,