Cephalanthera cucullata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cucullata
ID:
829588
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Heldr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 13: 12 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000828923
Common Names
- Cucullata Cephalanthera
- Cucullata Helleborine
- Cucullata Hooded Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cephalanthera cucullata (also called Hooded 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 cucullata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract bees and other beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cephalanthera cucullata has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small with oval-shaped leaves.
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Cephalanthera cucullata 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 cucullata
Cephalanthera cucullata can be found in Europe, growing in moist woods and meadows.
Cephalanthera cucullata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephalanthera cucullata?
Cephalanthera cucullata
What is the family of Cephalanthera cucullata?
Orchidaceae
Where is Cephalanthera cucullata 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-36631: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.