Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
caucasica
ID:
46923

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Bieb.) Galushko

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 6: 210 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046252



Common Names

  • Dolichorrhiza caucasica
  • Caucasian Orchid
  • Caucasian Marsh Orchid


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Description

Dolichorrhiza caucasica (also called Caucasian Orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It grows in dry, sunny places, such as rocky hillsides, roadsides, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Dolichorrhiza caucasica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is also used in the production of herbal medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dolichorrhiza caucasica has white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centres. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped, and its seedlings have long, slender leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolichorrhiza caucasica is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division should be done in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Dolichorrhiza caucasica

Dolichorrhiza caucasica can be found in the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe and Western Asia.

Dolichorrhiza caucasica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dolichorrhiza caucasica?

Dolichorrhiza caucasica

What is the common name of Dolichorrhiza caucasica?

Caucasian Dolichorrhiza

Where is Dolichorrhiza caucasica found?

It is found in the Caucasus region

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-144726: Based on the initial data import
Anatoli Galushko (1926-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galushko' in the authors string.
Friedrich August Marschall von Bieberstein (1768-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Bieb.' in the authors string.