Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
bakhtiaricus
ID:
433062

Status:
valid

Authors:
Khat.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot. 8: 6 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432394



Common Names

  • Bakhtiari Solenanthus
  • Bakhtiari Star of Bethlehem
  • Bakhtiari Starflower


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Synonyms

  • Cynoglossum bakhtiaricum (Khat.) Greuter & Stier [unknown]

Description

Solenanthus bakhtiaricus (also called Bakhtiari Solenanthus, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to western Iran. 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 bakhtiaricus 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 bakhtiaricus 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 bakhtiaricus 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 bakhtiaricus

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

Solenanthus bakhtiaricus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solenanthus bakhtiaricus?

Solenanthus bakhtiaricus

What is the common name of Solenanthus bakhtiaricus?

Bakhtiari solenanthus

What is the natural habitat of Solenanthus bakhtiaricus?

It is native to the Middle East

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,