Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
horichiana
ID:
323413

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jenny & Braem

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Orchid Digest 51: 187 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322745

Common Names

  • Teuscheria horichiana
  • Horichiana Teuscheria
  • Horichiana Teuscheria Plant

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Description

Teuscheria horichiana (also called Horich'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 horichiana 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 horichiana 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Teuscheria horichiana 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 horichiana

Teuscheria horichiana is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Teuscheria horichiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Teuscheria horichiana?

Teuscheria horichiana

What is the natural habitat of Teuscheria horichiana?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Teuscheria horichiana?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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-203507: Based on the initial data import
Rudolph Jenny (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jenny' in the authors string.
Guido Jozef Braem (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Braem' in the authors string.