Status:
valid
Authors:
(Boiss.) Španiel, Al-Shehbaz, D.A.German & Marhold
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 301: 2485 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344585
Common Names
- Haussknechtii Toothcup
- Haussknechtii Tooth-cup
- Haussknechtii Tooth Cup
Description
Odontarrhena haussknechtii (also called 'Haussknecht's Odontarrhena', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and white flowers, native to India. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Odontarrhena haussknechtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Odontarrhena haussknechtii has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two to three leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Odontarrhena haussknechtii can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will benefit from regular watering during the summer months. It may need protection from frost in colder climates.
Where to Find Odontarrhena haussknechtii
Odontarrhena haussknechtii is native to India and can be found in moist deciduous forests and scrublands.
Odontarrhena haussknechtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Odontarrhena haussknechtii?
Odontarrhena haussknechtii
What is the natural habitat of Odontarrhena haussknechtii?
Odontarrhena haussknechtii is found in the Mediterranean region.
What is the flowering period of Odontarrhena haussknechtii?
Odontarrhena haussknechtii blooms in the spring.
Species in the Odontarrhena genus
Odontarrhena obtusifolia,
Odontarrhena obovata,
Odontarrhena szarabiaca,
Odontarrhena fedtschenkoana,
Odontarrhena alpestris,
Odontarrhena tortuosa,
Odontarrhena argentea,
Odontarrhena lesbiaca,
Odontarrhena muralis,
Odontarrhena bertolonii,
Odontarrhena nebrodensis,
Odontarrhena tavolarae,
Odontarrhena americana,
Odontarrhena gehamensis,
Odontarrhena subalpina,
Odontarrhena inflata,
Odontarrhena akamasica,
Odontarrhena albiflora,
Odontarrhena anatolica,
Odontarrhena bracteata,
Odontarrhena callichroa,
Odontarrhena carica,
Odontarrhena cassia,
Odontarrhena chalcidica,
Odontarrhena chondrogyna,
Odontarrhena cilicica,
Odontarrhena condensata,
Odontarrhena constellata,
Odontarrhena corsica,
Odontarrhena corymbosoidea,
Odontarrhena crenulata,
Odontarrhena cyprica,
Odontarrhena davisiana,
Odontarrhena debarensis,
Odontarrhena discolor,
Odontarrhena dubertretii,
Odontarrhena dudleyi,
Odontarrhena eriophylla,
Odontarrhena euboea,
Odontarrhena filiformis,
Odontarrhena floribunda,
Odontarrhena fragillima,
Odontarrhena gevgelicensis,
Odontarrhena giosnana,
Odontarrhena haradjianii,
Odontarrhena haussknechtii,
Odontarrhena heldreichii,
Odontarrhena huber-morathii,
Odontarrhena kavadarcensis,
Odontarrhena lanigera,
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,