Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
politisii
ID:
310170

Status:
valid

Authors:
Renz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 25: 239 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309502

Common Names

  • Politisii Serapias
  • Politis's Tongue Orchid
  • Politis's Helleborine

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Synonyms

  • Serapias aphroditae P.Delforge [unknown]
  • Serapias mastiana P.Delforge [unknown]
  • Serapias bergonii aphroditae (P.Delforge) H.Baumann & R.Lorenz [unknown]
  • Serapias bergonii politisii (Renz) H.Baumann & R.Lorenz [unknown]
  • Serapias bergonii aphroditae (P.Delforge) Kreutz [unknown]
  • Serapias bergonii politisii (Renz) Kreutz [unknown]

Description

Serapias politisii (also called Politisii Serapias, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a short stem and a rosette of leaves. Its flowers are white or pale pink and its fruits are capsules. It grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Serapias politisii is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive disorders, skin diseases, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as an antiseptic and as an astringent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Serapias politisii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serapias politisii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Serapias politisii

Serapias politisii is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in rocky and sandy soils, as well as in coastal areas.

Serapias politisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serapias politisii?

Serapias politisii

What is the natural habitat of Serapias politisii?

Serapias politisii is found in Mediterranean climates.

What are the care requirements for Serapias politisii?

Serapias politisii requires warm temperatures, moderate humidity, and bright indirect light.

Species in the Serapias genus

Serapias alberti, Serapias ambigua, Serapias bergonii, Serapias broeckii, Serapias cordigera, Serapias cypria, Serapias demadesii, Serapias euxina, Serapias fallax, Serapias garganica, Serapias godferyi, Serapias halacsyana, Serapias hildae-margaritae, Serapias intermedia, Serapias kelleri, Serapias lingua, Serapias lupiensis, Serapias meridionalis, Serapias neglecta, Serapias nurrica, Serapias olbia, Serapias orientalis, Serapias oulmesiaca, Serapias parviflora, Serapias perez-chiscanoi, Serapias politisii, Serapias provincialis, Serapias rainei, Serapias sitiae, Serapias strictiflora, Serapias todaroi, Serapias vomeracea, Serapias walravensiana, Serapias wettsteinii, Serapias occidentalis, Serapias maria, Serapias venhuisia, Serapias francavillae, Serapias complicata, Serapias todari, Serapias athwaghlisia, Serapias liana,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-190717: Based on the initial data import
Jany Renz (1907-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Renz' in the authors string.