Status:
valid
Authors:
Schönsw. & Schneew.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Taxon 58: 547 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000741645
Common Names
- Komove Anrosace
- Komove Anrosac
- Komove Anrosa
Description
Androsace komovensis (also called Komove Androsace, among many other common names) is a perennial plant species native to the Mediterranean. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate in shape. It is found in temperate and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Androsace komovensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also known to be an air purifier and can help reduce indoor air pollution.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Androsace komovensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Androsace komovensis is a perennial herb native to the Caucasus region. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Androsace komovensis
Androsace komovensis is native to the Himalayas.
Androsace komovensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Androsace komovensis?
Androsace komovensis
What type of plant is Androsace komovensis?
Herb
Where is Androsace komovensis found?
South America
Species in the Androsace genus
Androsace beringensis,
Androsace idahoensis,
Androsace adenocephala,
Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
Androsace akbajtalensis,
Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
Androsace armeniaca,
Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
Androsace brahmaputrae,
Androsace brevis,
Androsace bryomorpha,
Androsace bulleyana,
Androsace bungeana,
Androsace caduca,
Androsace caespitosa,
Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
Androsace cortusifolia,
Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,
Androsace cuttingii,
Androsace cylindrica,
Androsace darvasica,
Androsace dasyphylla,
Androsace delavayi,
Androsace dielsiana,
Androsace dissecta,
Androsace diversifolia,
Androsace duthieana,
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum,
Aegiceras floridum,
Amblyanthopsis bhotanica,
Amblyanthopsis membranacea,
Amblyanthopsis philippinensis,
Amblyanthus glandulosus,
Amblyanthus multiflorus,
Amblyanthus obovatus,
Amblyanthus praetervisus,
Androsace beringensis,
Androsace idahoensis,
Androsace adenocephala,
Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
Androsace akbajtalensis,
Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
Androsace armeniaca,
Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
Androsace brahmaputrae,
Androsace brevis,
Androsace bryomorpha,
Androsace bulleyana,
Androsace bungeana,
Androsace caduca,
Androsace caespitosa,
Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
Androsace cortusifolia,
Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,
References
Peter Schönswetter: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schönsw.' in the authors string.