Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ančev & Uzunov) Španiel, Al-Shehbaz, D.A.German & Marhold
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 301: 2486 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344599
Common Names
- Odontarrhena orbelica
- Odontarrhena
- Orbelica
Description
Odontarrhena orbelica (also called 'Orbel'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 orbelica is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Odontarrhena orbelica is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Odontarrhena orbelica is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Odontarrhena orbelica
Odontarrhena orbelica is native to the mountains of Turkey and can be found growing in rocky areas and on cliffs.
Odontarrhena orbelica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Odontarrhena orbelica?
Odontarrhena orbelica
What is the natural habitat of Odontarrhena orbelica?
Odontarrhena orbelica is found in the Mediterranean region.
What is the flowering period of Odontarrhena orbelica?
Odontarrhena orbelica 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,
References
Dimitar Uzunov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Uzunov' in the authors string.