Hesperis anatolica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anatolica
ID:
744710
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Duran
Source:
cmp
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Novon 18: 454 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744043
Common Names
- Hesperis anatolica
- Anatolica Hesperis
- Hesperis anato
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hesperis anatolica (also called Hesperis anatolica, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is native to Turkey, and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It is an annual herb, growing up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are simple and alternate, and its flowers are white in color.
Uses & Benefits
Hesperis anatolica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. Its flowers are fragrant and can be used to make herbal teas and infusions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hesperis anatolica has small white flowers that are clustered in small umbels. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hesperis anatolica is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Hesperis anatolica
Hesperis anatolica can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Hesperis anatolica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hesperis anatolica?
Hesperis anatolica
What type of plant is Hesperis anatolica?
It is a biennial herb
Where does Hesperis anatolica grow?
It is native to Turkey
Species in the Hesperis genus
Hesperis bicuspidata, Hesperis borbasii, Hesperis dinarica, Hesperis inodora, Hesperis laciniata, Hesperis matronalis, Hesperis sibirica, Hesperis slovaca, Hesperis steveniana, Hesperis sylvestris, Hesperis theophrasti, Hesperis tristis, Hesperis anatolica, Hesperis hamzaoglui, Hesperis ozcelikii, Hesperis multicaulis, Hesperis armena, Hesperis balansae, Hesperis boissieriana, Hesperis bottae, Hesperis breviscapa, Hesperis hedgei, Hesperis kitiana, Hesperis kotschyi, Hesperis luristanica, Hesperis microcalyx, Hesperis nivalis, Hesperis novakii, Hesperis pendula, Hesperis pisidica, Hesperis podocarpa, Hesperis straussii, Hesperis thyrsoidea, Hesperis turkmendaghensis, Hesperis kuerschneri, Hesperis syriaca, Hesperis hartwegiana, Hesperis hyrcana, Hesperis buschiana, Hesperis hirsutissima, Hesperis persica, Hesperis robusta, Hesperis cilicica, Hesperis tosyaensis, Hesperis isatidea,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2896345: Based on the initial data import
Ahmet Duran: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Duran' in the authors string.