Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lutetiana
ID:
606325

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 9 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605657



Common Names

  • Circaea lutetiana
  • Parisian Enchanter's Nightshade
  • Parisian Witch Hazel


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Synonyms

  • Regmus lutetianus Dulac [unknown]
  • Carlostephania major Bubani [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana albiflora H.Lév. ex Hegi [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana aprica H.Lév. ex Hegi [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana atrosanguinea F.W.Schultz [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana brevipes Batt. [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana brevipes (Batt.) H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana carneostyla H.Lév. ex Hegi [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana cordifolia Lasch [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana cordifolia G.Mey. [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana decipiens Asch. [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana erythrocalyx Kuntze [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana glaberrima Lasch [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana glaberrima (Lasch) Asch. & Magnus [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana glabra Peterm. [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana hirsuta Podp. [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana hirsuta (Podp.) Hayek [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana hirtopetiolata H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana longipes Batt. [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana longipetiolata H.Lév. ex Hegi [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana mediterranea Asch. & Magnus [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana mediterranea (Asch. & Magnus) Paol. [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana obscura Grognot [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana ovatifolia Lasch [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana ovatifolia (Lasch) Beck [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana pseudocordata H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana rubriflora H.Lév. ex Hegi [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana truncata H.Lév. ex Hegi [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana umbrosa H.Lév. ex Hegi [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana villosa Beck [unknown]
  • Circaea major Lam. [unknown]
  • Circaea nemoralis Salisb. [unknown]
  • Circaea ovatifolia Stokes [unknown]
  • Circaea pubescens Pohl [unknown]
  • Circaea vulgaris Moench [unknown]
  • Circaea racemosa lutetiana (L.) Hill [unknown]
  • Circaea racemosa Hill [unknown]
  • Circaea lutetiana lutetiana [unknown]
  • Carlo-stephania major Bubani [deprecated]

Description

Circaea lutetiana (also called Parisian Enchanter's Nightshade, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Onagraceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in moist woods, hedgerows and grasslands. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome and small, pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Circaea lutetiana is a popular ornamental plant, as its bright yellow flowers add a splash of color to any room. It is also used in terrariums and vivariums, as it is a low-maintenance plant that can tolerate low light and humidity levels.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Circaea lutetiana sub. canadensis (L.) Asch. & Magnus
Circaea lutetiana sub. quadrisulcata (Maxim.) Asch. & Magnus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Circaea lutetiana has small white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Circaea lutetiana is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. When grown in cultivation, it prefers a bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Circaea lutetiana

Circaea lutetiana is native to Europe and Asia. It is found in temperate forests.

Circaea lutetiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Circaea lutetiana?

Circaea lutetiana

What is the common name of Circaea lutetiana?

Enchanter's Nightshade

What is the natural habitat of Circaea lutetiana?

Temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia

Species in the Onagraceae family

Camissonia bolanderi, Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum, Camissonia bairdii, Camissonia benitensis, Camissonia breviflora, Camissonia campestris, Camissonia contorta, Camissonia dentata, Camissonia integrifolia, Camissonia kernensis, Camissonia lacustris, Camissonia ovata, Camissonia parvula, Camissonia pubens, Camissonia pusilla, Camissonia sierrae, Camissonia strigulosa, Camissonia subacaulis, Camissonia tanacetifolia, Camissonia contorta, Camissoniopsis bistorta, Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia, Camissoniopsis confusa, Camissoniopsis guadalupensis, Camissoniopsis hardhamiae, Camissoniopsis hirtella, Camissoniopsis ignota, Camissoniopsis intermedia, Camissoniopsis lewisii, Camissoniopsis luciae, Camissoniopsis micrantha, Camissoniopsis pallida, Camissoniopsis proavita, Camissoniopsis robusta, Chylismia atwoodii, Chylismia confertiflora, Chylismia eastwoodiae, Chylismia exilis, Chylismia megalantha, Chylismia munzii, Chylismia specicola, Chylismia arenaria, Chylismia brevipes, Chylismia cardiophylla, Chylismia claviformis, Chylismia heterochroma, Chylismia parryi, Chylismia scapoidea, Chylismia walkeri, Chylismiella pterosperma,

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