Cephalanthera kotschyana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kotschyana
ID:
829814
Status:
valid
Authors:
Renz & Taubenheim
Source:
wcs
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 38: 97 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000829149
Common Names
- Cephalanthera Kotschyana
- Kotschy's Orchid
- Kotschy's Cephalanthera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cephalanthera kotschyana (also called Kotschy's 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 kotschyana is an ornamental plant that is often used in rock gardens and flower beds. It is also used for ground cover and as a border plant. It is drought tolerant and can thrive in full sun or partial shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cephalanthera kotschyana has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and a long tube. The seeds are small and black and are contained in a capsule. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cephalanthera kotschyana is a perennial herb native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division should be done in early spring or autumn. The plant prefers moist soils and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Cephalanthera kotschyana
Cephalanthera kotschyana is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.
Cephalanthera kotschyana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephalanthera kotschyana?
Cephalanthera kotschyana
What is the common name of Cephalanthera kotschyana?
Kotschy's Orchid
Where is Cephalanthera kotschyana native to?
Europe and Asia
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-36652: Based on the initial data import
Jany Renz (1907-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Renz' in the authors string.
Gerd Taubenheim (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taubenheim' in the authors string.