Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virginiana
ID:
695722

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 339 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695055

Common Names

  • Indian Cucumber Root
  • Indian Cucumber
  • Wild Cucumber

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Synonyms

  • Medeola virginica Christm. [unknown]
  • Medeola verticillifolia Stokes [unknown]
  • Gyromia acuminata Raf. [unknown]
  • Gyromia cuneata Raf. [unknown]
  • Gyromia virginica (Christm.) Nutt. [unknown]
  • Gyromia virginica picta Nutt. [unknown]

Description

Medeola virginiana (also called Indian Cucumber Root, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Liliaceae. It is native to North America and is found in moist, shady habitats. The plant has a herbaceous habit and produces yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Medeola virginiana is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has attractive flowers and is drought tolerant, making it ideal for areas with low rainfall. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to create a beautiful landscape.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medeola virginiana has small, white bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medeola virginiana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It needs regular watering during the growing season and should be fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Medeola virginiana

Medeola virginiana is native to eastern North America.

Medeola virginiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medeola virginiana?

Medeola virginiana

What type of plant is Medeola virginiana?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

Where does Medeola virginiana grow?

It is native to North America

Species in the Medeola genus

Species in the Liliaceae family

Amana edulis, Amana erythronioides, Amana kuocangshanica, Amana anhuiensis, Amana wanzhensis, Calochortus albus, Calochortus amabilis, Calochortus ambiguus, Calochortus amoenus, Calochortus apiculatus, Calochortus argillosus, Calochortus aureus, Calochortus balsensis, Calochortus barbatus, Calochortus bruneaunis, Calochortus coeruleus, Calochortus catalinae, Calochortus cernuus, Calochortus clavatus, Calochortus concolor, Calochortus coxii, Calochortus dunnii, Calochortus elegans, Calochortus eurycarpus, Calochortus excavatus, Calochortus exilis, Calochortus fimbriatus, Calochortus flexuosus, Calochortus foliosus, Calochortus fuscus, Calochortus ghiesbreghtii, Calochortus greenei, Calochortus gunnisonii, Calochortus hartwegii, Calochortus howellii, Calochortus indecorus, Calochortus invenustus, Calochortus kennedyi, Calochortus leichtlinii, Calochortus longibarbatus, Calochortus luteus, Calochortus lyallii, Calochortus macrocarpus, Calochortus marcellae, Calochortus minimus, Calochortus monanthus, Calochortus monophyllus, Calochortus nigrescens, Calochortus nitidus, Calochortus nudus,

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