Siberian bugseed (Corispermum pallasii, Mém. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 5: 336 (1814))

Family: Amaranthaceae

Author: Steven

Bibliography: Mém. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 5: 336 (1814)

Year: 1814

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Corispermum

Vegetable: False

Observations: EC. & E. Europe to S. Siberia

Description

Siberian bugseed, known scientifically as Corispermum pallasii, is an intriguing plant species that belongs to the Amaranthaceae family. This botanical designation was first described by Steven in the “Mémoires de la Société Impériale des Naturalistes de Moscou” in 1814.

This plant is native to a wide geographical range that extends from Eastern and Central Europe to Southern Siberia. Recognized for its adaptability, the Siberian bugseed thrives in these diverse environments, indicating a high level of ecological resilience.

In its natural habitats, Corispermum pallasii typically grows in sandy soils, which are common in its native regions. This preference for sandy environments is reflective of the plant’s evolutionary adaptations, allowing it to sustain itself in less nutrient-rich conditions where other plants might struggle.

The Siberian bugseed has garnered interest not only for its survival strategies but also for its potential uses within the ecological and botanical communities. Understanding its growth patterns and resilience aids in conservation efforts and provides insights into the complexities of plant survival in varied climates.

In summary, Corispermum pallasii stands out as a resilient member of the Amaranthaceae family, notable for its broad geographical distribution and ability to thrive in sandy soils. This species’ robust nature and adaptability make it an important subject of study in the realms of botany and ecology.

Common Names

Fra: corisperme de pallas, corisperme à fruit ailé, corisperme
Deu: schmalflügliger wanzensame
Eng: siberian bugseed, pallas’ bugseed, hyssop-leaved bugseed
Nld: smal vlieszaad
En: Siberian bugseed, Pallas’ bugseed, Hyssop-leaved bugseed
Nl: Smal vlieszaad
Fr: Corisperme de Pallas, Corisperme à fruit ailé, Corisperme
De: Schmalflügliger Wanzensame

Synonyms

Distribution

• Austria (native)
• Baltic States (native)
• Belarus (native)
• Buryatiya (native)
• Central European Rus (native)
• Chita (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• Germany (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Northwest European R (native)
• Alberta (introduced)
• Belgium (introduced)
• Denmark (introduced)
• Finland (introduced)
• France (introduced)
• Illinois (introduced)
• Indiana (introduced)
• Italy (introduced)
• Manitoba (introduced)
• Michigan (introduced)
• Minnesota (introduced)
• Netherlands (introduced)
• New York (introduced)
• North Dakota (introduced)
• Ohio (introduced)
• Ontario (introduced)
• Poland (introduced)
• Québec (introduced)
• Saskatchewan (introduced)
• Sicilia (introduced)
• Spain (introduced)
• Sweden (introduced)
• Wisconsin (introduced)

Additional Images

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Leaf

Taken Jun 30, 2020 by Jean-Paul Samyn (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 2, 2022 by Dennis Schaffner (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 9, 2019 by Setton Berry (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 2, 2022 by Bosede Funmi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 12, 2020 by Nata Ka (cc-by-sa)

Flower

Taken Aug 16, 2022 by Ник Елена (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 24, 2021 by Cédric Jankowiak (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 30, 2022 by Dirk Meiser (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Aug 16, 2022 by Ник Елена (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Apr 13, 2008 by Tela Botanica − Christophe GIROD (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 13, 2008 by Tela Botanica − Christophe GIROD (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 21, 2019 by M K (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 13, 2008 by Tela Botanica − Christophe GIROD (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 13, 2008 by Tela Botanica − Christophe GIROD (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Aug 15, 2010 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Sep 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Sep 15, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Hugues TINGUY (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken Aug 15, 2010 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Fruit

Taken Aug 15, 2001 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Sep 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Aug 15, 2010 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3083975)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:327163-2)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Corispermum pallasii Steven)

Specifications

Growth habit: Forb/herb

Growth