Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
micrantha
ID:
508644

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Botsch. & Vved.) Al-Shehbaz & Warwick

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 11: 97 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507976

Common Names

  • Smelowskia micrantha
  • Small-flowered Smelowskia
  • Alpine Smelowskia

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Synonyms

  • Yinshania albiflora gobica C.H.An [unknown]
  • Sophiopsis micrantha Botsch. & Vved. [unknown]
  • Yinshania zayuensis gobica (C.H.An) Y.H.Zhang [unknown]

Description

Smelowskia micrantha (also called 'Dwarf Smelowskia', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the Caucasus Mountains. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and grows to a height of approximately 10 cm. It is found in rocky, dry areas, such as hillsides and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Smelowskia micrantha is a shrub that is native to tropical regions. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It has bright yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Smelowskia micrantha is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Smelowskia micrantha is a species of flowering plant native to China. It is a fast-growing plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and should be kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted.

Where to Find Smelowskia micrantha

Smelowskia micrantha is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Gansu, Qinghai, and Sichuan.

Smelowskia micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Smelowskia micrantha?

Smelowskia micrantha

Where does Smelowskia micrantha grow?

Smelowskia micrantha grows in the Himalayas.

What is the common name of Smelowskia micrantha?

Smelowskia micrantha is commonly known as the Himalayan smelowskia.

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2605559: Based on the initial data import
Victor Botchantsev (1910-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Botsch.' in the authors string.
Alexei Ivanovich Vvedensky (1898-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vved.' in the authors string.
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.
Suzanne I. Warwick: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warwick' in the authors string.