Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boissieri
ID:
1319920

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Reut. & Hausskn. ex Boiss.) Hand

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 41: 247 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332374



Common Names

  • Cachrys Boissieri
  • Boissieri Cachrys
  • Cachrys


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Description

Cachrys boissieri (also called 'Boissier's Cachrys' and 'Boissier', among many other common names) is a herb native to Turkey. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, tropical forests and in disturbed areas. It is also found in coastal areas and in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cachrys boissieri is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also known for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cachrys boissieri has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cachrys boissieri is a terrestrial or epiphytic plant that is propagated by division. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright, indirect light. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Cachrys boissieri

Cachrys boissieri is endemic to Turkey.

Cachrys boissieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cachrys boissieri?

Cachrys boissieri

What type of plant is Cachrys boissieri?

A perennial herb

Where does Cachrys boissieri grow?

It grows in Greece

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,

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.
Ralf Hand (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand' in the authors string.