Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
rhodorrhachis
ID:
440870

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. IV 46 (Heft 20):128. (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000440202



Common Names

  • Rhodorrhachis Hemiorchis
  • Hemiorchis
  • Hemiorchis Rhodorrhachis


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Description

Hemiorchis rhodorrhachis (also called Rose-Rooted Hemiorchis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It is a low-growing plant with small white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, often on rocky slopes and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hemiorchis rhodorrhachis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemiorchis rhodorrhachis has white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemiorchis rhodorrhachis is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division in spring or by cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Hemiorchis rhodorrhachis

Hemiorchis rhodorrhachis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Hemiorchis rhodorrhachis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemiorchis rhodorrhachis?

Hemiorchis rhodorrhachis

What is the common name of Hemiorchis rhodorrhachis?

Rhodorrhachis Hemiorchis

Where is Hemiorchis rhodorrhachis native to?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000440202: Based on the initial data import