Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
xizangensis
ID:
1240396

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pimenov & Kljuykov

Source:
tro

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 34: 3 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239734

Common Names

  • Oreocomopsis Xizangensis
  • Xizang Oreocomopsis
  • Xizang Mountain Parsley

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Description

Oreocomopsis xizangensis (also called Xizang Oreocome, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is an herbaceous perennial with small, white flowers and is native to the Himalayas. It is found in alpine meadows and grasslands, usually growing in rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Oreocomopsis xizangensis is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to provide ground cover and to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oreocomopsis xizangensis has yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreocomopsis xizangensis is a deciduous shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows up to 6 feet tall and has an upright, spreading habit. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be collected in the fall and stored in a cool, dry place until spring. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and rooted in a mixture of sand and peat moss.

Where to Find Oreocomopsis xizangensis

Oreocomopsis xizangensis is native to East Asia and can be found in China, Mongolia, and Russia.

Oreocomopsis xizangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oreocomopsis xizangensis?

Oreocomopsis xizangensis

What is the common name of Oreocomopsis xizangensis?

Xizang Oreocomopsis

What is the natural habitat of Oreocomopsis xizangensis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Southwest China

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50104182: Based on the initial data import
Michael Georgievich Pimenov (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pimenov' in the authors string.
Evgeniy Vasilyevich Kljuykov (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kljuykov' in the authors string.