Status:
valid
Authors:
Thulin
Source:
ildis
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. Upsal.25(1): 89 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189003
Common Names
- White Taverniera
- Taverniera albida
- White Taverniera
Description
Taverniera albida (also called White Taverniera, among many other common names) is an annual plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and is usually found in grasslands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Taverniera albida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taverniera albida is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taverniera albida is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Taverniera albida
Taverniera albida can be found in the Middle East, particularly in Iran, Iraq, and Turkey.
Taverniera albida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taverniera albida?
Taverniera albida
What is the family of Taverniera albida?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Taverniera albida?
White Taverniera
Species in the Taverniera genus
Taverniera albida,
Taverniera brevialata,
Taverniera glauca,
Taverniera nummularia,
Taverniera spartea,
Taverniera echinata,
Taverniera abyssinica,
Taverniera aegyptiaca,
Taverniera cuneifolia,
Taverniera glabra,
Taverniera lappacea,
Taverniera longisetosa,
Taverniera multinoda,
Taverniera diffusa,
Taverniera oligantha,
Taverniera schimperi,
Taverniera sericophylla,
Taverniera cuneifolia,
Species in the Fabaceae family