Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mouterde) Botsch.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 8: 261 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611889
Common Names
- Climacoptera zenobiae
- Zenobia's Climacoptera
- Zenobia Climacoptera
Description
Climacoptera zenobiae (also called Zenobia's Climacoptera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant found in the Caucasus region of Russia and Georgia. It has a basal rosette of leaves which are lanceolate in shape and have a toothed margin. The flowers are yellow and have a long corolla tube. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Climacoptera zenobiae is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Climacoptera zenobiae is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Climacoptera zenobiae is an evergreen shrub native to Russia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 6-9.
Where to Find Climacoptera zenobiae
Climacoptera zenobiae can be found in Central Asia.
Climacoptera zenobiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Climacoptera zenobiae?
Climacoptera zenobiae
What is the natural habitat of Climacoptera zenobiae?
Deserts, steppes, and semi-deserts
What is the flowering season of Climacoptera zenobiae?
Spring and summer
Species in the Climacoptera genus
Climacoptera maimanica,
Climacoptera affinis,
Climacoptera afghanica,
Climacoptera amblyostegia,
Climacoptera aralensis,
Climacoptera botschantzevii,
Climacoptera brachiata,
Climacoptera bucharica,
Climacoptera chorassanica,
Climacoptera crassa,
Climacoptera czelekenica,
Climacoptera ferganica,
Climacoptera glaberrima,
Climacoptera intricata,
Climacoptera iranica,
Climacoptera iraqensis,
Climacoptera kasakorum,
Climacoptera khalisica,
Climacoptera korshinskyi,
Climacoptera lachnophylla,
Climacoptera lanata,
Climacoptera longipistillata,
Climacoptera longistylosa,
Climacoptera malyginii,
Climacoptera merkulowiczii,
Climacoptera minkvitziae,
Climacoptera narynensis,
Climacoptera obtusifolia,
Climacoptera olgae,
Climacoptera oxyphylla,
Climacoptera pjataevae,
Climacoptera ptiloptera,
Climacoptera subcrassa,
Climacoptera sukaczevii,
Climacoptera susamyrica,
Climacoptera transoxana,
Climacoptera turcomanica,
Climacoptera turgaica,
Climacoptera tyshchenkoi,
Climacoptera ustjurtensis,
Climacoptera vachschi,
Climacoptera zenobiae,
Climacoptera melkulowiczii,
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens,
Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,