Status:
valid
Authors:
Schischk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 13: 164 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385472
Common Names
- Oenanthe abchasica
- Abchasian Oenanthe
- Abchasica Oenanthe
Description
Oenanthe abchasica (also called Abkhazian Oenanthe, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is a terrestrial plant with a single, upright stem and a single inflorescence. It grows in wet, shady forests and is often found near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Oenanthe abchasica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties in traditional medicine, such as for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oenanthe abchasica has white flowers with a yellow lip and a white column. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two leaves and a single root.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oenanthe abchasica is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.
Where to Find Oenanthe abchasica
Oenanthe abchasica is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Oenanthe abchasica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oenanthe abchasica?
Oenanthe abchasica
What is the common name of Oenanthe abchasica?
Abkhazian Oenanthe
Where does Oenanthe abchasica grow?
Oenanthe abchasica grows in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Species in the Oenanthe genus
Oenanthe globulosa,
Oenanthe peucedanifolia,
Oenanthe incrassata,
Oenanthe lachenalii,
Oenanthe javanica,
Oenanthe incrassans,
Oenanthe montis-khortiati,
Oenanthe millefolia,
Oenanthe lisae,
Oenanthe prolifera,
Oenanthe pringlei,
Oenanthe pimpinelloides,
Oenanthe silaifolia,
Oenanthe virgata,
Oenanthe fedtschenkoana,
Oenanthe banatica,
Oenanthe aquatica,
Oenanthe foucaudii,
Oenanthe fluviatilis,
Oenanthe fistulosa,
Oenanthe crocata,
Oenanthe cyclocarpa,
Oenanthe abchasica,
Oenanthe benghalensis,
Oenanthe thomsonii,
Oenanthe sarmentosa,
Oenanthe sophiae,
Oenanthe mildbraedii,
Oenanthe palustris,
Oenanthe procumbens,
Oenanthe hookeri,
Oenanthe linearis,
Oenanthe tricholoba,
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,