Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) P.J.Alexander & Windham
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 38: 203 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336528
Description
Borodinia canadensis (also called Canadian Borodinia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Canada and the United States. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000–3000 meters. It has an erect stem, up to 40 cm tall, with two to three leaves. The flowers are yellowish-green with brown stripes, up to 4 cm wide.
Uses & Benefits
Borodinia canadensis is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Borodinia canadensis has yellow flowers with purple anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Borodinia canadensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny position in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Borodinia canadensis
Borodinia canadensis is native to Canada and can be found in the provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan.
Borodinia canadensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Borodinia canadensis?
Borodinia canadensis
What is the common name of Borodinia canadensis?
Canadian Borodinia
What is the natural habitat of Borodinia canadensis?
Grasslands
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Aethionema cordatum,
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Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
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Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
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Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
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Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
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Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
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Aethionema saxatile,
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Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
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