Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
alpina
ID:
725432

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) O.Appel

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Novon 7: 339 (1997 publ. 1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724765



Common Names

  • Hornungia alpina
  • Alpine Hornungia
  • Alpina Hornungia


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Description

Hornungia alpina (also called Hornungia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Hornungia alpina is a species of plant native to Europe. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hornungia alpina sub. auerswaldii (Willk.) O.Appel
Hornungia alpina sub. austroalpina (Trpin) O.Appel
Hornungia alpina sub. brevicaulis (Spreng.) O.Appel
Hornungia alpina sub. font-queri (Sauvage) O.Appel

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hornungia alpina has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hornungia alpina is a terrestrial orchid, growing up to 10 cm tall. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in the spring or fall, and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist, but not wet, and provide adequate light and humidity.

Where to Find Hornungia alpina

Hornungia alpina is native to the Mediterranean region.

Hornungia alpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hornungia alpina?

Hornungia alpina

What is the common name of Hornungia alpina?

Alpine hornungia

Where is Hornungia alpina native to?

Europe

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-2853403: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Oliver Appel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Appel' in the authors string.