Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schischk.) Soják
Source:
ksu
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Cas. Nár. Mus., Odd. Prír. 150: 216 (1981 publ. 1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000391711
Common Names
- Alpine Paulita
- Alpine Paulite
- Alpine Paulitie
Synonyms
- Neopaulia alpina (Schischk.) Pimenov & Kljuykov [unknown]
- Pleurospermum alpinum (Schischk.) M.Hiroe [unknown]
- Hymenolaena alpina Schischk. [unknown]
- Paulia alpina Korov. ex Pimenov & Kljuykov [unknown]
Description
Paulita alpina (also called alpine rock-rose, among many other common names) is a species of shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Alps, and is found in rocky and sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Paulita alpina is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, coughs, and stomachaches, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paulita alpina has small white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and dark brown. Its seedlings have two cotyledons and a long taproot.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Paulita alpina can be done through seed sowing or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Paulita alpina
Paulita alpina is native to the Alps and can be found in moist, grassy areas.
Paulita alpina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paulita alpina?
Paulita alpina
What are the common names of Paulita alpina?
Alpine Palm
What is the natural habitat of Paulita alpina?
Paulita alpina is native to the Andes Mountains
Species in the Paulita genus
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,