Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
turkestanicum
ID:
581208

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Korovin) Pavlov

Source:
cmp

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 33: 155 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580540

Common Names

  • Calligonum turkestanicum
  • Turkestanicum Calligonum
  • Turkestanicum Buckwheat

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Synonyms

  • Calligonum comosum turkestanicum Korovin [unknown]

Description

Calligonum turkestanicum (also called Turkestan Calligonum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Polygonaceae family. It is native to Central Asia, the Middle East, and South Asia. It grows in dry and semi-arid climates, in deserts, and on rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Calligonum turkestanicum is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used to treat fever, cough, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calligonum turkestanicum is small and yellow. The seed is small and black. The seedling is a small, green shoot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calligonum turkestanicum is an evergreen shrub that grows to about 1.5 m (5 ft) tall. It is native to Central Asia and the Caucasus. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Calligonum turkestanicum

Calligonum turkestanicum is native to Central Asia and parts of the Middle East. It can be found in dry, sandy areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Calligonum turkestanicum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Calligonum turkestanicum?

Calligonum turkestanicum is native to Central Asia.

What type of soil does Calligonum turkestanicum prefer?

Calligonum turkestanicum prefers well-draining, sandy soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Calligonum turkestanicum?

Calligonum turkestanicum prefers temperatures between 60-85°F (15-29°C).

Species in the Calligonum genus

Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum, Calligonum aralense, Calligonum arborescens, Calligonum azel, Calligonum babakianum, Calligonum bakuense, Calligonum barsukiense, Calligonum batiola, Calligonum borsczowii, Calligonum bubyri, Calligonum bucocladum, Calligonum bungei, Calligonum bykovii, Calligonum calcareum, Calligonum calvescens, Calligonum cancellatum, Calligonum caput-medusae, Calligonum cartilagineum, Calligonum chinense, Calligonum colubrinum, Calligonum commune, Calligonum comosum, Calligonum compactum, Calligonum conuivena, Calligonum cordatum, Calligonum cordiforme, Calligonum cordipterum, Calligonum coriaceum, Calligonum crinitum, Calligonum crispatum, Calligonum cristatum, Calligonum densiforme, Calligonum densum, Calligonum denticulatum, Calligonum dissectum, Calligonum diversiforme, Calligonum drobovii, Calligonum dubianskyi, Calligonum durum, Calligonum ebinuricum, Calligonum elatum,

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2692651: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Vasilievich Pavlov (1893-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pavlov' in the authors string.
Yevgeni Korovin (1891-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Korovin' in the authors string.