Status:
valid
Authors:
Dalström & Whitten
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 6: 1 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553718
Common Names
- Portillae Solenidium
- Portillae Milkvetch
- Portillae Goat's-thorn
Description
Solenidium portillae (also called Portilla's Solenidium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East, typically found in dry grasslands and scrublands. It has a slender stem, with greyish-green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Solenidium portillae has been used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Solenidium portillae has small, white flowers that are tubular in shape. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small and have two seed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Solenidium portillae can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division can be done in spring or fall. The plants can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Solenidium portillae
Solenidium portillae can be found in Ecuador.
Solenidium portillae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Solenidium portillae?
Solenidium portillae
What is the common name of Solenidium portillae?
Portilla's Solenidium
What is the natural range of Solenidium portillae?
South America
Species in the Solenidium genus
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
Stig Dalström: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalström' in the authors string.