Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
borbasii
ID:
721602

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Dvořák

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 57: 270 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000720935



Common Names

  • Borbas' Hesperis
  • Borbasii Hesperis
  • Hesperis Borbasii


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Description

Hesperis borbasii (also called Borbas' 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 borbasii 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 borbasii 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 borbasii 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 borbasii

Hesperis borbasii is found in the Mediterranean region.

Hesperis borbasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hesperis borbasii?

Hesperis borbasii

What are the common names of Hesperis borbasii?

Borbas' rocket

What is the distribution of Hesperis borbasii?

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,