Status:
valid
Authors:
Druce
Source:
wcs
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Ann. Scott. Nat. Hist. 1906: 225 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000828965
Common Names
- Damasonium Cephalanthera
- Damasonium Helleborine
- Damasonium Hooded Orchid
Description
Cephalanthera damasonium (also called Damasonium 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 damasonium 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 damasonium 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 damasonium is a perennial plant that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in cooler climates and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Cephalanthera damasonium
Cephalanthera damasonium can be found in Europe, growing in moist woods and meadows.
Cephalanthera damasonium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephalanthera damasonium?
Cephalanthera damasonium
What is the common name of Cephalanthera damasonium?
Damasonium Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Cephalanthera damasonium?
Grassy slopes, rocky outcrops, and scrubland
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,