Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
khasiana
ID:
553514

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hallier f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Meded. Rijks-Herb. 37: 9 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552846

Common Names

  • Khasiana Astilbe
  • Khasi Astilbe
  • Khasi False Spirea

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Description

Astilbe khasiana (also called Khasi Astilbe, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to the Himalayas. It has lance-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows best in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astilbe khasiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower in floral arrangements. The plant is known for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astilbe khasiana has white flowers that are small and clustered. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are small and have two cotyledons that are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astilbe khasiana is a perennial plant that is best grown in moist, humus-rich soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astilbe khasiana

Astilbe khasiana can be found in the Khasi Hills of India.

Astilbe khasiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astilbe khasiana?

Astilbe khasiana

What is the common name of Astilbe khasiana?

Khasi astilbe

What is the habitat of Astilbe khasiana?

It is found in moist, shady areas, such as wet forests, swamps, and marshes

Species in the Saxifragaceae family

Astilbe amabilis, Astilbe apoensis, Astilbe biternata, Astilbe crenatiloba, Astilbe formosa, Astilbe glaberrima, Astilbe grandis, Astilbe hachijoensis, Astilbe japonica, Astilbe khasiana, Astilbe longicarpa, Astilbe longipilosa, Astilbe macrocarpa, Astilbe macroflora, Astilbe microphylla, Astilbe okuyamae, Astilbe papuana, Astilbe philippinensis, Astilbe photeinophylla, Astilbe platyphylla, Astilbe rivularis, Astilbe rubra, Astilbe shikokiana, Astilbe simplicifolia, Astilbe thunbergii, Astilbe tsushimensis, Astilbe longipedicellata, Astilboides tabularis, Bensoniella oregona, Bergenia ciliata, Bergenia crassifolia, Bergenia emeiensis, Bergenia hissarica, Bergenia pacumbis, Bergenia purpurascens, Bergenia scopulosa, Bergenia stracheyi, Bergenia tianquanensis, Bergenia ugamica, Bolandra californica, Bolandra oregana, Boykinia aconitifolia, Boykinia intermedia, Boykinia lycoctonifolia, Boykinia major, Boykinia occidentalis, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia rotundifolia, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia cincinnata,

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