Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
transjordanica
ID:
933583

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. , a.s., 1: 324 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000932921

Common Names

  • Crucianella transjordanica
  • Transjordan Crucianella
  • Transjordan Meadow-Rue

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Description

Crucianella transjordanica (also called Transjordan Crucianella, among many other common names) is an annual herb that can reach up to 40 cm in height. It is native to Jordan, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crucianella transjordanica 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 transjordanica has small, white flowers with yellow centers and four petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crucianella transjordanica 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 transjordanica

Crucianella transjordanica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with sandy soils and dry climates.

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