Status:
valid
Authors:
Maleev
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Trudy Tiflissk. Bot. Inst. 1: 120 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335550
Common Names
- Ziziphora woronowii
- Woronow's Ziziphora
- Woronow's Ziziphora Mint
Description
Ziziphora woronowii (also called Turki, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus and Central Asia. It is a small, low-growing plant with small, white-green flowers and small, oval leaves. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in meadows, fields, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Ziziphora woronowii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and headache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ziziphora woronowii is a small white or pinkish flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, ovate-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ziziphora woronowii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It can be pruned in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Ziziphora woronowii
Ziziphora woronowii is native to the Caucasus region, including Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Russia.
Ziziphora woronowii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ziziphora woronowii?
Ziziphora woronowii
What is the common name of Ziziphora woronowii?
Woronow's Ziziphora
What is the natural habitat of Ziziphora woronowii?
Central Asia
Species in the Ziziphora genus
Ziziphora aragonensis,
Ziziphora brantii,
Ziziphora capitata,
Ziziphora clinopodioides,
Ziziphora galinae,
Ziziphora hispanica,
Ziziphora interrupta,
Ziziphora pamiroalaica,
Ziziphora pedicellata,
Ziziphora persica,
Ziziphora puschkinii,
Ziziphora raddei,
Ziziphora suffruticosa,
Ziziphora taurica,
Ziziphora tenuior,
Ziziphora vichodceviana,
Ziziphora woronowii,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,