Cephalanthera erecta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erecta
ID:
829704
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Coll. Orchid. : 188 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000829039
Common Names
- Cephalanthera Erecta
- Upright Helleborine
- Upright Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cephalanthera erecta (also called 'Erect Helleborine', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Caucasus region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces a tall, slender stem with bell-shaped, white-violet flowers. It grows in rocky, grassy, and sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cephalanthera erecta is an evergreen, perennial plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive, white flowers and its ability to thrive in shady areas. It is also known for its medicinal properties and has been used to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cephalanthera erecta has small, white, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cephalanthera erecta 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 erecta
Cephalanthera erecta can be found in Europe, growing in moist woods and meadows.
Cephalanthera erecta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephalanthera erecta?
Cephalanthera erecta
What is the common name of Cephalanthera erecta?
Upright helleborine
What is the natural habitat of Cephalanthera erecta?
Woodlands, hedgerows and grasslands
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-36642: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.