Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
glaberrima
ID:
325230

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

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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.

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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 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-20527: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.