Status:
valid
Authors:
Czukav. & Meling
Source:
ksu
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 19: 161 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432396
Common Names
- Albiflorus Solenanthus
- Albiflorus Star of Bethlehem
- Albiflorus Starflower
Description
Solenanthus albiflorus (also called White-flowered 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 albiflorus 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 albiflorus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Solenanthus albiflorus is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or by stem cuttings. To cultivate, it needs full sun to partial shade, and a well-draining, loamy potting mix. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Solenanthus albiflorus
Solenanthus albiflorus can be found in temperate regions of Europe and Asia.
Solenanthus albiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Solenanthus albiflorus?
Solenanthus albiflorus
What is the common name of Solenanthus albiflorus?
White-flowered solenanthus
What is the natural habitat of Solenanthus albiflorus?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
Species in the Solenanthus genus
Solenanthus albanicus,
Solenanthus apenninus,
Solenanthus bakhtiaricus,
Solenanthus albiflorus,
Solenanthus pindicus,
Solenanthus brachystemon,
Solenanthus reverchonii,
Solenanthus micranthus,
Solenanthus scardicus,
Solenanthus stamineus,
Solenanthus plantaginifolius,
Solenanthus karateginus,
Solenanthus dubius,
Solenanthus eriocalycinus,
Solenanthus formosus,
Solenanthus minimus,
Solenanthus kokanicus,
Solenanthus lanatus,
Solenanthus hirsutus,
Solenanthus circinatus,
Solenanthus hupehensis,
Solenanthus atlanticus,
Solenanthus tubiflorus,
Solenanthus watieri,
Solenanthus strictissimus,
Solenanthus apenninus,
Solenanthus stamineus,
Solenanthus turkestanicus,
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
E.V. Meling: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meling' in the authors string.