Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ridl.) H.Perrier
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 81: 28 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000324562
Common Names
- Glaberrima Benthamia
- Glaberrima Benthamia
- Benthamia Glaberrima
Synonyms
- Peristylus glaberrimus (Ridl.) Rolfe [unknown]
- Platanthera glaberrima Kraenzl. [unknown]
- Rolfeella glaberrima Schltr. [unknown]
- Habenaria glaberrima Schltr. [unknown]
- Holothrix glaberrima Ridl. [unknown]
- Peristylus glaberrima (Ridl.) Rolfe [unknown]
Description
Benthamia glaberrima (also called Smooth Benthamia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open, sunny areas.
Uses & Benefits
Benthamia glaberrima has been used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic, antispasmodic, and diaphoretic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a culinary herb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Benthamia glaberrima has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a head. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Benthamia glaberrima can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Benthamia glaberrima
Benthamia glaberrima can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey and in some parts of North Africa.
Benthamia glaberrima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Benthamia glaberrima?
Benthamia glaberrima
What type of plant is Benthamia glaberrima?
Herbaceous perennial
What is the growth habit of Benthamia glaberrima?
Upright, spreading
Species in the Benthamia genus
Benthamia bathieana,
Benthamia calceolata,
Benthamia catatiana,
Benthamia chlorantha,
Benthamia cuspidata,
Benthamia dauphinensis,
Benthamia elata,
Benthamia exilis,
Benthamia flavida,
Benthamia glaberrima,
Benthamia herminioides,
Benthamia humbertii,
Benthamia longecalceata,
Benthamia macra,
Benthamia madagascariensis,
Benthamia majoriflora,
Benthamia melanopoda,
Benthamia misera,
Benthamia monophylla,
Benthamia nigrescens,
Benthamia nigro-vaginata,
Benthamia nivea,
Benthamia perfecunda,
Benthamia perularioides,
Benthamia praecox,
Benthamia procera,
Benthamia rostrata,
Benthamia verecunda,
Benthamia arenaria,
Benthamia barbata,
Benthamia grandiflora,
Benthamia hispidissima,
Benthamia idahoensis,
Benthamia boiteaui,
Benthamia bosseri,
Benthamia africana,
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,