Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bakhimensis
ID:
809931

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Maity, N.Pradhan & Maiti

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 45: 321 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809265

Common Names

  • Myrmechis bakhimensis
  • Bakhimen's Myrmechis
  • Bakhimen Myrmechis

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Description

Myrmechis bakhimensis (also called Bakhimensis Myrmechis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Caucasus region. It is a small, herbaceous perennial with a single, erect stem and a single, erect leaf. It grows in grasslands, usually at elevations of 1000–1500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Myrmechis bakhimensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrmechis bakhimensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrmechis bakhimensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.

Where to Find Myrmechis bakhimensis

Myrmechis bakhimensis can be found in Central Asia, including Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India.

Myrmechis bakhimensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrmechis bakhimensis?

Myrmechis bakhimensis

What is the common name of Myrmechis bakhimensis?

Bakhimensis

What type of plant is Myrmechis bakhimensis?

Perennial

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-347499: Based on the initial data import
Debabrata Maity (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Maity' in the authors string.
Gour Gopal Maiti (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiti' in the authors string.
Neelima Pradhan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Pradhan' in the authors string.