Cephalanthera mayeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mayeri
ID:
829942
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Camus
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Iconogr. Orchid. Europe : 503 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000829277
Common Names
- Cephalanthera Mayeri
- Mayer's Orchid
- Mayer's Cephalanthera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cephalanthera mayeri (also called Mayer's Orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Orchidaceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower stem with white or pinkish flowers. It is native to Europe and grows in rocky and grassy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cephalanthera mayeri 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
The flower of Cephalanthera mayeri is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cephalanthera mayeri is a perennial plant native to the Caucasus. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division should be done in early spring or autumn.
Where to Find Cephalanthera mayeri
Cephalanthera mayeri can be found in the mountains of central and southern Europe, from Spain to the Balkans.
Cephalanthera mayeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephalanthera mayeri?
Cephalanthera mayeri
What is the common name of Cephalanthera mayeri?
Mayer's helleborine
What is the natural habitat of Cephalanthera mayeri?
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-36664: Based on the initial data import
Aimée Antoinette Camus (1879-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Camus' in the authors string.