Benthamia perfecunda - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perfecunda
ID:
325635
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Perrier
Source:
wcs
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 14: 140 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000324967
Common Names
- Perfect Benthamia
- Benthamia of the Perfect
- Perfecunda Benthamia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Benthamia perfecunda (also called Perfect thyme, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, grey-green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky slopes and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Benthamia perfecunda is used as a medicinal herb to treat fever, headache, and digestive problems. It is also used to make perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Benthamia perfecunda has white flowers with 5 petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Benthamia perfecunda can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny spot and watered regularly.
Where to Find Benthamia perfecunda
Benthamia perfecunda is native to the Mediterranean region, including Italy, Spain, and Portugal.
Benthamia perfecunda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Benthamia perfecunda?
Benthamia perfecunda
What is the natural habitat of Benthamia perfecunda?
It is found in the mountains of Central Asia.
What are the medicinal uses of Benthamia perfecunda?
It is used to treat respiratory conditions, digestive problems, and skin infections.
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-20566: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.