Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
virgata
ID:
64316

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Anderb. & K.Bremer

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 78(4): 1070 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063645



Common Names

  • Comborhiza virgata
  • Virgate Comborhiza
  • Virgate Comborhiza Plant


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Synonyms

  • Nestlera virgata N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Relhania tuberosa K.Bremer [unknown]

Description

Comborhiza virgata (also called Comb-root, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval leaves and small, yellow flowers. It typically grows in rocky soils and is found in scrub and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Comborhiza virgata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Comborhiza virgata is white and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, oval and brown. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comborhiza virgata is an evergreen perennial with a rhizomatous root system. It is best grown in well-drained, slightly acidic soil in full sun. Propagation can be done by dividing the rhizomes in spring or by seed in autumn.

Where to Find Comborhiza virgata

Comborhiza virgata is native to Bolivia and is found in the departments of Beni, Cochabamba, and Santa Cruz.

Comborhiza virgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comborhiza virgata?

Comborhiza virgata

What is the common name of Comborhiza virgata?

Virgate Comborhiza

Where is Comborhiza virgata native to?

Venezuela

Species in the Comborhiza genus

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-20609: Based on the initial data import
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Kåre Bremer (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Bremer' in the authors string.