Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
illyrica
ID:
284879

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hartmut Jahn & Kümpel) Oddone

Source:
wcs

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
GIROS Orch. Spont. Eur. 59: 359 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284211



Common Names

  • Pseudorhiza illyrica
  • Illyrian False Root
  • False Root


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Synonyms

  • Dactyleucorchis illyrica Hartmut Jahn & Kümpel [unknown]
  • Dactylodenia illyrica (Hartmut Jahn & Kümpel) P.Delforge [unknown]
  • Dactyleucorchis illyrica Hartmut Jahn & Kümpel [unknown]

Description

Pseudorhiza illyrica (also called 'Illyrian helleborine', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows up to 50 cm tall and has a dense, spreading crown. Its leaves are lanceolate, dark green and glossy on the upper surface, and paler beneath. It is found in lowland and montane forests, and in scrub and shrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudorhiza illyrica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudorhiza illyrica is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, glossy, and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudorhiza illyrica is a slow-growing palm that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It is native to the Caribbean and is hardy in USDA Zones 10-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be planted in a moist, well-drained medium and kept warm and humid until germination. Once established, it is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Pseudorhiza illyrica

Pseudorhiza illyrica is native to the Caribbean, especially the Greater Antilles.

Pseudorhiza illyrica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudorhiza illyrica?

Pseudorhiza illyrica

What is the common name of Pseudorhiza illyrica?

Illyrian False Rhiza

What is the natural habitat of Pseudorhiza illyrica?

Dry grasslands and open forests

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

Horst Kümpel (1935-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kümpel' in the authors string.
Hartmut Jahn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hartmut Jahn' in the authors string.
Luca Oddone (b.1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oddone' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:962468-1: Based on the initial data import