Nigella doerfleri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
doerfleri
ID:
381298
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vierh.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
Magyar Bot. Lapok 25: 147 (1926 publ. 1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000380630
Common Names
- Nigella doerfleri
- Doerfler's Nigella
- Doerfler's Nigellas
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nigella doerfleri (also called Doerfler's nigella, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the buttercup family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Nigella doerfleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is also used to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nigella doerfleri has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nigella doerfleri is a shrub that can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated in spring or summer and should be planted in a sunny spot. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize the soil with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Nigella doerfleri
Nigella doerfleri is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found growing in dry, sunny areas. It is also cultivated in gardens.
Nigella doerfleri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nigella doerfleri?
Nigella doerfleri
What is the common name of Nigella doerfleri?
Nigella
What is the family of Nigella doerfleri?
Ranunculaceae
Species in the Nigella genus
Nigella ciliaris, Nigella carpatha, Nigella degenii, Nigella elata, Nigella doerfleri, Nigella deserti, Nigella damascena, Nigella arvensis, Nigella bucharica, Nigella fumariaefola, Nigella unguicularis, Nigella turcica, Nigella stricta, Nigella stellaris, Nigella segetalis, Nigella sativa, Nigella hispanica, Nigella integrifolia, Nigella icarica, Nigella gallica, Nigella papillosa, Nigella oxypetala, Nigella orientalis, Nigella lancifolia, Nigella nigellastrum, Nigella koyuncui,
Species in the Ranunculaceae family
Aconitum soyaense, Aconitum abietetorum, Aconitum acutiusculum, Aconitum ajanense, Aconitum alboflavidum, Aconitum alboviolaceum, Aconitum alpino-nepalense, Aconitum ambiguum, Aconitum amplexicaule, Aconitum angulatum, Aconitum angusticassidatum, Aconitum angustifolium, Aconitum anthora, Aconitum apetalum, Aconitum aquilonare, Aconitum artemisiifolium, Aconitum assamicum, Aconitum atlanticum, Aconitum austriacum, Aconitum austrokoreense, Aconitum axilliflorum, Aconitum azumiense, Aconitum baburinii, Aconitum baicalense, Aconitum baicalense, Aconitum bailangense, Aconitum barbatum, Aconitum baumgartenianum, Aconitum berdaui, Aconitum bhedingense, Aconitum bicolor, Aconitum biflorum, Aconitum brachypodum, Aconitum bracteolatum, Aconitum brevicalcaratum, Aconitum brevilimbum, Aconitum brevipetalum, Aconitum brunneum, Aconitum bucovinense, Aconitum bujbense, Aconitum bulbilliferum, Aconitum bulleyanum, Aconitum burnatii, Aconitum calthifolium, Aconitum cammarum, Aconitum campylorrhynchum, Aconitum cannabifolium, Aconitum carmichaelii, Aconitum changianum, Aconitum charkeviczii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2381626: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Vierhapper (1876-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vierh.' in the authors string.