Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
coccineum
ID:
935396

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 970 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000934734



Common Names

  • Cynomorium coccineum
  • Scarlet Cynomorium
  • Scarlet Cynomorium


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Description

Cynomorium coccineum (also called Scarlet Cynomorium, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herb native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in moist, shady habitats, with oblong leaves and red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cynomorium coccineum is a medicinal plant used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cynomorium coccineum sub. coccineum
Cynomorium coccineum sub. songaricum (Rupr.) J.Léonard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cynomorium coccineum is a large, fragrant, purple flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynomorium coccineum is an evergreen perennial that grows in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be propagated by division of the rootstock or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a sterile medium and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Cynomorium coccineum

Cynomorium coccineum is found in the Mediterranean region, the Middle East, and Central Asia.

Species in the Cynomorium genus

Species in the Cynomoriaceae family

References