Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
bicuspidata
ID:
721598

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poir.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Encycl. , Suppl. 3: 195 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720931



Common Names

  • Bicuspid Hesperis
  • Bicuspidata Hesperis
  • Hesperis Bicuspidata


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Synonyms

  • Cheiranthus bicuspidatus Willd. [unknown]
  • Hesperis cuspidata DC. [unknown]
  • Hesperis kotschyana Fenzl [unknown]
  • Hesperis reuteriana Boiss. & A.Huet [unknown]
  • Hesperis sintenisii Hausskn. ex Bornm. [unknown]
  • Hesperis stellata F.Dvořák [unknown]
  • Hesperis tauricola Kotschy ex Boiss. [unknown]
  • Hesperis unguicularis Boiss. [unknown]
  • Hesperis violacea Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Hesperis bicuspidata (also called Bicuspid Hesperis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers with purple and yellow markings.

Uses & Benefits

Hesperis bicuspidata is a perennial herb used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hesperis bicuspidata has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hesperis bicuspidata is a terrestrial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Hesperis bicuspidata

Hesperis bicuspidata is found in the Mediterranean region.

Hesperis bicuspidata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hesperis bicuspidata?

Hesperis bicuspidata

What are the common names of Hesperis bicuspidata?

Two-toothed rocket

What is the distribution of Hesperis bicuspidata?

Europe, Asia, North America

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