Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alshehbazii
ID:
1330408

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.O.Khass., Khamraeva, Khuzhan. & Achilova

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Stapfia 101: 25 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342862


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Description

Plocama alshehbazii (also called Alshehbaz's plocama, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in desert scrub, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Plocama alshehbazii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. Its leaves are often used to decorate walls and furniture. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves are known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plocama alshehbazii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plocama alshehbazii is an annual herb that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Plocama alshehbazii

Plocama alshehbazii is native to the Middle East and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It can be found in the wild in Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq.

Plocama alshehbazii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plocama alshehbazii?

Plocama alshehbazii

What is the common name of Plocama alshehbazii?

Alshehbaz's plocama

Where is Plocama alshehbazii found?

It is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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

Furkat Jasánov (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.O.Khass.' in the authors string.
Uktam Khuzhanazarov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Khuzhan.' in the authors string.
Nargiza Achilova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Achilova' in the authors string.
D.T. Khamraeva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Khamraeva' in the authors string.