Crucianella schischkinii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schischkinii
ID:
933566
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lincz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 23: 687 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000932904
Common Names
- Schischkin's Crucianella
- Schischkin's False Flax
- Schischkin's Flaxweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crucianella schischkinii (also called Schischkin's Crucianella, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant found in the Mediterranean region. It has small white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, as well as in meadows and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Crucianella schischkinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, headache, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crucianella schischkinii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crucianella schischkinii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Crucianella schischkinii
Crucianella schischkinii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with sandy soils and dry climates.
Species in the Crucianella genus
Crucianella aegyptiaca, Crucianella angustifolia, Crucianella arabica, Crucianella baldschuanica, Crucianella bithynica, Crucianella bucharica, Crucianella chlorostachys, Crucianella ciliata, Crucianella disticha, Crucianella divaricata, Crucianella exasperata, Crucianella filifolia, Crucianella gilanica, Crucianella graeca, Crucianella hirta, Crucianella imbricata, Crucianella kurdistanica, Crucianella latifolia, Crucianella macrostachya, Crucianella maritima, Crucianella membranacea, Crucianella parviflora, Crucianella patula, Crucianella platyphylla, Crucianella sabulosa, Crucianella schischkinii, Crucianella sintenisii, Crucianella sorgerae, Crucianella suaveolens, Crucianella transjordanica,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-51698: Based on the initial data import
Igor Linchevski (1908-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lincz.' in the authors string.