Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
californicum
ID:
752356

Status:
valid

Authors:
Durand

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
J. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia Ser. II, iii. (1855) 103.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000751689

Common Names

  • Veratrum Californicum
  • Californicum Veratrum
  • Veratrum-Californicum

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Description

Veratrum californicum (also called California hellebore, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Melanthiaceae family. It is a perennial herb with a tall stem and large leaves. It is native to North America and is found in the meadows and forests habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Veratrum californicum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. The plant has anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Veratrum californicum var. caudatum (A.Heller) C.L.Hitchc.
Veratrum californicum var. californicum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Veratrum californicum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veratrum californicum can be propagated by division of the rootstock in spring or early summer. It prefers moist, humus-rich soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer, and the seedlings should be planted out in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Veratrum californicum

Veratrum californicum can be found in the temperate regions of North America.

Veratrum californicum FAQ

What is the common name of Veratrum californicum?

Californicum veratrum

What are the uses of Veratrum californicum?

Veratrum californicum is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

What is the natural habitat of Veratrum californicum?

Veratrum californicum is found in dry areas of Brazil, such as the Caatinga and Cerrado regions.

Species in the Melanthiaceae family

Amianthium muscaetoxicum, Anticlea elegans, Anticlea sibirica, Anticlea virescens, Anticlea volcanica, Chamaelirium luteum, Chamaelirium chinense, Chamaelirium cordifolium, Chamaelirium hisauchianum, Chamaelirium shiwandashanense, Chamaelirium actinomorphum, Chamaelirium nanlingense, Chamaelirium koidzumianum, Chamaelirium japonicum, Helonias alpina, Helonias breviscapa, Helonias bullata, Helonias kawanoi, Helonias leucantha, Helonias orientalis, Helonias thibetica, Helonias umbellata, Helonias yunnanensis, Helonias jinpingensis, Paris japonica, Paris delavayi, Paris incompleta, Paris bashanensis, Paris fargesii, Paris dunniana, Paris tetraphylla, Paris thibetica, Paris vaniotii, Paris verticillata, Paris mairei, Paris marmorata, Paris quadrifolia, Paris polyphylla, Paris undulatis, Paris birmanica, Paris rugosa, Paris daliensis, Paris dulongensis, Paris cronquistii, Paris forrestii, Paris vietnamensis, Paris luquanensis, Paris polyandra, Paris axialis, Paris caobangensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-291216: Based on the initial data import
Elias Durand (1794-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Durand' in the authors string.