Status:
valid
Authors:
Kraenzl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 65: 67 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000828880
Common Names
- Caucasica Cephalanthera
- Cephalanthera caucasica
- Caucasica Orchid
Description
Cephalanthera caucasica (also called Caucasian helleborine, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia. It is a terrestrial plant with a short stem and long, narrow leaves. It grows in open grasslands, meadows, and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cephalanthera caucasica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cephalanthera caucasica has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cephalanthera caucasica is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in summer.
Where to Find Cephalanthera caucasica
Cephalanthera caucasica can be found in the Caucasus region of Europe and Asia.
Cephalanthera caucasica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephalanthera caucasica?
Cephalanthera caucasica
What is the family of Cephalanthera caucasica?
Orchidaceae
Where is Cephalanthera caucasica found?
It is found in the mountains of Central Europe.
Species in the Cephalanthera genus
Cephalanthera gracilis,
Cephalanthera renzii,
Cephalanthera austiniae,
Cephalanthera calcarata,
Cephalanthera caucasica,
Cephalanthera cucullata,
Cephalanthera damasonium,
Cephalanthera epipactoides,
Cephalanthera erecta,
Cephalanthera exigua,
Cephalanthera falcata,
Cephalanthera kotschyana,
Cephalanthera kurdica,
Cephalanthera longibracteata,
Cephalanthera longifolia,
Cephalanthera mayeri,
Cephalanthera pusilla,
Cephalanthera rubra,
Cephalanthera schaberi,
Cephalanthera schulzei,
Cephalanthera subaphylla,
Cephalanthera taubenheimii,
Cephalanthera ericiflora,
Cephalanthera humilis,
Cephalanthera nanchuanica,
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,