Orthosia congesta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
congesta
ID:
385304
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vell.) Decne.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 8: 527 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384636
Common Names
- Orthosia congesta
- Congesta Hebrew Character
- Congesta Mottled Rustic
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- Cynanchum congestum Vell. [unknown]
- Vincetoxicum congestum (Vell.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Orthosia congesta brachystephana Malme [unknown]
Description
Orthosia congesta (also called Congested Orthosia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands, and is characterized by its grey-green foliage and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Orthosia congesta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Orthosia congesta has yellow flowers with three petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two pairs of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Orthosia congesta is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Orthosia congesta
Orthosia congesta can be found in South Africa.
Orthosia congesta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orthosia congesta?
Orthosia congesta
What is the family of Orthosia congesta?
Noctuidae
What is the common name of Orthosia congesta?
Congested Quaker
Species in the Orthosia genus
Orthosia congesta, Orthosia eichleri, Orthosia mollis, Orthosia loandensis, Orthosia cassythoides, Orthosia ellemanniae, Orthosia scoparia, Orthosia arenosa, Orthosia itatiaiensis, Orthosia tarmensis, Orthosia urceolata, Orthosia virgata, Orthosia multiflora, Orthosia umbrosa, Orthosia stenophylla, Orthosia dusenii, Orthosia extra-axillaris, Orthosia glaberrima, Orthosia misera, Orthosia ramosa, Orthosia rubens, Orthosia smaragdina, Orthosia stipitata, Orthosia cynanchoides, Orthosia woodii, Orthosia guilleminiana, Orthosia pearcei, Orthosia bonplandiana, Orthosia calycina, Orthosia cardozoi, Orthosia henriqueana, Orthosia meridensis, Orthosia parviflora, Orthosia pubescens, Orthosia selloana, Orthosia stannardii, Orthosia ventensis, Orthosia angustifolia,
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2389917: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.