Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
turcica
ID:
749809

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pimenov & Kljuykov

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 41(1): 71 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749142



Common Names

  • Turcica Diplotaenia
  • Diplotaenia turcica
  • Diplotaenia


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Description

Diplotaenia turcica (also called Turkish Diplotaenia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Diplotaenia turcica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diplotaenia turcica has small, yellow flowers with four petals and a short, pointed calyx. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplotaenia turcica is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South and Central America. It is propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Diplotaenia turcica

Diplotaenia turcica is native to Turkey. It is found in dry, rocky areas, typically in crevices of cliffs and rocky outcrops.

Diplotaenia turcica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplotaenia turcica?

Diplotaenia turcica

What is the common name of Diplotaenia turcica?

Turkish Hook-sedge

Where is Diplotaenia turcica found?

Diplotaenia turcica is found in Turkey, Syria, and Iraq

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

Michael Georgievich Pimenov (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pimenov' in the authors string.
Evgeniy Vasilyevich Kljuykov (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kljuykov' in the authors string.