Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
maroccanus
ID:
389266

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolliger

Source:
ksu

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 26: 135 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388598



Common Names

  • Odontites maroccanus
  • Maroccanus Odontites
  • Maroccanus Odontites


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Description

Odontites maroccanus (also called Moroccan Rattle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in meadows, pastures and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Odontites maroccanus has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases. It has also been used as a diuretic, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory agent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Odontites maroccanus has small, bright yellow flowers, with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontites maroccanus is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Odontites maroccanus

Odontites maroccanus is native to the Mediterranean region.

Odontites maroccanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontites maroccanus?

Odontites maroccanus

What is the family of Odontites maroccanus?

Orobanchaceae

What is the common name of Odontites maroccanus?

Moroccan Toothwort

Species in the Odontites genus

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Markus Bolliger (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolliger' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:992695-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].