Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
taurica
ID:
465632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borhidi & Sikura

Source:
cmp

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Acad. Sci. Hung. 7: 3 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464964

Common Names

  • Paronychia taurica
  • Tauric Nailwort
  • Tauric Paronychia

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Description

Paronychia taurica (also called 'Tauric Paronychia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in rocky, coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Paronychia taurica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Paronychia taurica flower is a small, white bloom with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paronychia taurica is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to plant in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in late winter or early spring. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Paronychia taurica

Paronychia taurica can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Paronychia taurica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paronychia taurica?

Paronychia taurica

What is the common name of Paronychia taurica?

Taurica Paronychia

What is the natural habitat of Paronychia taurica?

Grasslands and scrublands of Central and South America

Species in the Paronychia genus

Paronychia rouyana, Paronychia rechingeri, Paronychia pontica, Paronychia polygonifolia, Paronychia sinaica, Paronychia bornmuelleri, Paronychia capitata, Paronychia suffruticosa, Paronychia taurica, Paronychia maroccana, Paronychia macrosepala, Paronychia macedonica, Paronychia kapela, Paronychia lenticulata, Paronychia cephalotes, Paronychia echinulata, Paronychia fasciculata, Paronychia chlorothyrsa, Paronychia chionaea, Paronychia argentea, Paronychia aretioides, Paronychia arabica, Paronychia albanica, Paronychia revoluta, Paronychia hieronymi, Paronychia mexicana, Paronychia canariensis, Paronychia bogotensis, Paronychia camphorosmoides, Paronychia coquimbensis, Paronychia libertadiana, Paronychia macbridei, Paronychia mandoniana, Paronychia baldwinii, Paronychia canadensis, Paronychia chartacea, Paronychia congesta, Paronychia depressa, Paronychia drummondii, Paronychia erecta, Paronychia fastigiata, Paronychia franciscana, Paronychia herniarioides, Paronychia jamesii, Paronychia jonesii, Paronychia lindheimeri, Paronychia maccartii, Paronychia monticola, Paronychia patula, Paronychia pulvinata,

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2529488: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
József Szikura (1932-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sikura' in the authors string.