Status:
valid
Authors:
Dressler
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 7: 3 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322743
Common Names
- Teuscheria dodsonii
- Dodson's Teuscheria
- Dodson Teuscheria
Description
Teuscheria dodsonii (also called Dodson's Teuscheria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody base and grows to a height of up to 50 cm. It has small, greyish-green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in scrubland and grassland.
Uses & Benefits
Teuscheria dodsonii is used in traditional medicine as an antiseptic and for treating digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Teuscheria dodsonii is a small, white, five-petaled bloom that grows in clusters. The seed of this plant is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Teuscheria dodsonii is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. Cuttings can be taken in spring or early summer and should be rooted in a moist medium. Division can be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Teuscheria dodsonii
Teuscheria dodsonii is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Teuscheria dodsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teuscheria dodsonii?
Teuscheria dodsonii
What is the natural habitat of Teuscheria dodsonii?
It is native to the Mediterranean region.
What are the uses of Teuscheria dodsonii?
It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Species in the Teuscheria genus
Teuscheria cornucopia,
Teuscheria dodsonii,
Teuscheria elegans,
Teuscheria horichiana,
Teuscheria integrilabia,
Teuscheria pickiana,
Teuscheria wageneri,
Teuscheria archilae,
Teuscheria desireei,
Teuscheria guatemalensis,
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,