Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nuristanicum
ID:
87079

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 158: 146 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086408

Common Names

  • Kabul Tansy
  • Nuristan Tansy
  • Nuristan Tanacetum

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Description

Tanacetum nuristanicum (also called Tanacetum nuristanica, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Himalayas, where it grows in dry, open habitats. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are lanceolate, measuring up to 10 cm long and 2 cm wide. The flowers are yellow and measure up to 2 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Tanacetum nuristanicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used as a food source for livestock. Its flowers are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tanacetum nuristanicum has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tanacetum nuristanicum is a tropical plant native to Afghanistan. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of bright indirect sunlight. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every few weeks during the growing season to promote healthy growth.

Where to Find Tanacetum nuristanicum

Tanacetum nuristanicum is native to Afghanistan and can be found in moist, shady habitats.

Tanacetum nuristanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tanacetum nuristanicum?

Tanacetum nuristanicum

What is the family of Tanacetum nuristanicum?

Asteraceae

Where is Tanacetum nuristanicum found?

Afghanistan

Species in the Tanacetum genus

Tanacetum odessanum, Tanacetum stoliczkae, Tanacetum achilleifolium, Tanacetum funkii, Tanacetum cadmeum, Tanacetum corymbosum, Tanacetum annuum, Tanacetum alyssifolium, Tanacetum munzurdaghensis, Tanacetum atkinsonii, Tanacetum tatsienense, Tanacetum musilii, Tanacetum tabrisianum, Tanacetum leptophyllum, Tanacetum petrareum, Tanacetum balsamita, Tanacetum uniflorum, Tanacetum porphyrostephanum, Tanacetum stapfianum, Tanacetum kaschgarianum, Tanacetum mucroniferum, Tanacetum tomentellum, Tanacetum hissaricum, Tanacetum vahlii, Tanacetum germanicopolitanum, Tanacetum paczoskii, Tanacetum bachtiaricum, Tanacetum albipannosum, Tanacetum kotschyi, Tanacetum tirinense, Tanacetum armenum, Tanacetum oxystegium, Tanacetum ghoratense, Tanacetum aucherianum, Tanacetum peucedanifolium, Tanacetum argenteum, Tanacetum macrophyllum, Tanacetum mikeschinii, Tanacetum cinerariifolium, Tanacetum praeteritum, Tanacetum haradjanii, Tanacetum zahlbruckneri, Tanacetum richterioides, Tanacetum tenuisectum, Tanacetum millefolium, Tanacetum alatavicum, Tanacetum cappadocicum, Tanacetum paleaceum, Tanacetum baltistanicum, Tanacetum corymbiforme,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-4279: Based on the initial data import
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.