Status:
valid
Authors:
İlçim, Çenet & Dadandı
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 45: 151 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836850
Common Names
- Stachys marashica
- Marashica Stachys
- Marashi Stachys
Description
Stachys marashica (also called Marash Stachys, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to Turkey. It grows in rocky places at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Stachys marashica is an ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a houseplant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is known for its ability to tolerate low light and humidity levels.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stachys marashica is small, white and has a tubular shape. The seed is small, dark brown and has a smooth surface. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stachys marashica is a small epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of bark. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. The plant should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by division of the clump or by seed.
Where to Find Stachys marashica
Stachys marashica can be found in the Mediterranean region of Turkey and Syria.
Stachys marashica FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Stachys marashica?
Stachys marashica is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
What is the flower color of Stachys marashica?
The flowers of Stachys marashica are usually white or yellow.
What is the size of Stachys marashica?
Stachys marashica is a small plant, typically growing to a height of about 15 cm.
Species in the Stachys genus
Stachys acerosa,
Stachys aculeolata,
Stachys adulterina,
Stachys aegyptiaca,
Stachys aethiopica,
Stachys affinis,
Stachys agraria,
Stachys ajugoides,
Stachys albanica,
Stachys albens,
Stachys albicaulis,
Stachys albiflora,
Stachys albotomentosa,
Stachys aleurites,
Stachys alopecuros,
Stachys alpigena,
Stachys alpina,
Stachys amanica,
Stachys ambigua,
Stachys anamurensis,
Stachys andongensis,
Stachys angustifolia,
Stachys anisochila,
Stachys annua,
Stachys antalyensis,
Stachys aperta,
Stachys arabica,
Stachys arachnoidea,
Stachys araucana,
Stachys arenaria,
Stachys arenariiformis,
Stachys argillicola,
Stachys aristata,
Stachys arrecta,
Stachys arriagana,
Stachys arvensis,
Stachys aspera,
Stachys asperata,
Stachys atherocalyx,
Stachys aucheri,
Stachys aurea,
Stachys bakeri,
Stachys balansae,
Stachys balensis,
Stachys ballotiformis,
Stachys bayburtensis,
Stachys baytopiorum,
Stachys beckeana,
Stachys benthamiana,
Stachys bergii,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
Mehmet Y. Dadandı: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dadandı' in the authors string.
Ahmet İlçim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'İlçim' in the authors string.
Çenet: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Çenet' in the authors string.