Status:
valid
Authors:
Hedge, Lamond & Rech.f.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 162: 343 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411443
Common Names
- Trachyspermum paktianum
- Pakistani Ajowan
- Pakistani Caraway
Description
Trachyspermum paktianum (also called Wild Carom, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a woody stem and small white flowers. It is native to India and is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Trachyspermum paktianum is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, cough, and colds, as well as to treat skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trachyspermum paktianum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trachyspermum paktianum is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is found in dry, open, sunny areas, and is native to India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. It can be propagated from seed, and prefers well-drained, sandy soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures up to 40°C (104°F).
Where to Find Trachyspermum paktianum
Trachyspermum paktianum can be found in Central and South Asia.
Trachyspermum paktianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trachyspermum paktianum?
Trachyspermum paktianum
What is the common name of Trachyspermum paktianum?
Paktian Caraway
What is the natural habitat of Trachyspermum paktianum?
Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands
Species in the Trachyspermum genus
Trachyspermum ammi,
Trachyspermum anethifolium,
Trachyspermum baluchistanicum,
Trachyspermum stewartii,
Trachyspermum pimpinelloides,
Trachyspermum podlechii,
Trachyspermum microcarpum,
Trachyspermum villosum,
Trachyspermum clavatum,
Trachyspermum confusum,
Trachyspermum falconeri,
Trachyspermum halophilum,
Trachyspermum paktianum,
Trachyspermum khasianum,
Trachyspermum gedrosiacum,
Trachyspermum roxburghianum,
Trachyspermum scaberulum,
Trachyspermum triradiatum,
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,