Benthamia herminioides - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
herminioides
ID:
325264
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 33: 27 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000324596
Common Names
- Herminioides Benthamia
- Herminioides Benthamia
- Benthamia Herminioides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Benthamia herminioides (also called Herminioid 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 herminioides 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Benthamia herminioides sub. herminioidesFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Benthamia herminioides 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Benthamia herminioides 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 herminioides
Benthamia herminioides can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey and in some parts of North Africa.
Benthamia herminioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Benthamia herminioides?
Benthamia herminioides
What is the common name of Benthamia herminioides?
Herminioides thyme
What is the natural habitat of Benthamia herminioides?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-20530: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.