Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
albanicus
ID:
433057

Status:
valid

Authors:
Degen & Bald.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Magyar Bot. Lapok 2: 315 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432389



Common Names

  • Albanian Solenanthus
  • Albanian Star of Bethlehem
  • Albanian Starflower


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Synonyms

  • Cynoglossum albanicum Degen & Bald. [unknown]

Description

Solenanthus albanicus (also called Albanian Solenanthus, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the Balkans. It has a short rhizome and a branched stem, with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white or pink flowers. It typically grows in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Solenanthus albanicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, fever, and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Solenanthus albanicus has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solenanthus albanicus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Solenanthus albanicus

Solenanthus albanicus can be found in temperate regions of Europe and Asia.

Solenanthus albanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solenanthus albanicus?

Solenanthus albanicus

What is the common name of Solenanthus albanicus?

Albanian solenanthus

What is the natural habitat of Solenanthus albanicus?

It is native to the Mediterranean region

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2475975: Based on the initial data import
Árpád von Degen (1866-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Degen' in the authors string.
Antonio Baldacci (1867-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bald.' in the authors string.