Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
persica
ID:
83953

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 164: 52 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083282



Common Names

  • Dolichorrhiza persica
  • Persian Long-spur
  • Long-spur Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Senecillis persica (Boiss.) Kitam. [unknown]
  • Ligularia persica Boiss. [unknown]
  • Senecio persicus Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Dolichorrhiza persica (also called 'Persian dolichorrhiza', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Middle East. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils. It is found in deserts and other arid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dolichorrhiza persica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dolichorrhiza persica has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dolichorrhiza persica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions.

Where to Find Dolichorrhiza persica

Dolichorrhiza persica is native to the Middle East and can be found in Iran, Iraq, and Turkey.

Dolichorrhiza persica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dolichorrhiza persica?

Dolichorrhiza persica

What is the common name of Dolichorrhiza persica?

Persian Dolichorrhiza

What is the growth habit of Dolichorrhiza persica?

It is a small, herbaceous perennial with a clumping habit.

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-39771: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.