Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
chlorantha
ID:
325090

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) Garay & G.A.Romero

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 3: 53 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000324422



Common Names

  • Chlorantha Thyme
  • Chlorantha Thymus
  • Chlorantha' Thyme


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Synonyms

  • Satyrium latifolium Thouars [illegitimate]
  • Benthamia latifolia A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Habenaria chlorantha Spreng. [unknown]
  • Habenaria latifolia T.Durand & Schinz [illegitimate]
  • Herminium latifolium Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Benthamia chlorantha (also called Chlorantha Benthamia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem, ovate-lanceolate leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky slopes and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Benthamia chlorantha is an ornamental plant that is often used in rock gardens. It has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties and is used in herbal teas and as a culinary herb. It is also known to have a calming effect on the body.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Benthamia chlorantha is a small, yellow, two-lipped flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Benthamia chlorantha is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into small clumps and replanted.

Where to Find Benthamia chlorantha

Benthamia chlorantha is native to Africa and can be found in dry meadows and sunny hillsides.

Benthamia chlorantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Benthamia chlorantha?

Benthamia chlorantha

What is the natural habitat of Benthamia chlorantha?

Benthamia chlorantha is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the common uses of Benthamia chlorantha?

Benthamia chlorantha is used in traditional medicine for treating various skin conditions

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-20514: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Gustavo Adolfo Romero González (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.A.Romero' in the authors string.