Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
kossinskyi
ID:
648740

Status:
valid

Authors:
Czerniak.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Izv. Glavn. Bot. Sada S.S.S.R. 26: 116 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648072

Common Names

  • Dionysia kossinskyi
  • Kossinskyi Dionysia
  • Dionysia

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Description

Dionysia kossinskyi (also called Kossinsky's dionysia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Primulaceae. It is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, leathery leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dionysia kossinskyi is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers, and can be planted in rock gardens, containers, and borders. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dionysia kossinskyi is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dionysia kossinskyi is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires little to no pruning. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and rooted in moist soil or a rooting medium. Division can be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in moist soil.

Where to Find Dionysia kossinskyi

Dionysia kossinskyi can be found in Iran.

Dionysia kossinskyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dionysia kossinskyi?

Dionysia kossinskyi

What is the common name of Dionysia kossinskyi?

Kossinsky Dionysia

What is the natural habitat of Dionysia kossinskyi?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the southern parts of Iran.

Species in the Dionysia genus

Dionysia cristagalli, Dionysia tacamahaca, Dionysia viva, Dionysia zetterlundii, Dionysia zschummelii, Dionysia afghanica, Dionysia archibaldii, Dionysia aretioides, Dionysia aubrietioides, Dionysia balsamea, Dionysia bazoftica, Dionysia bornmuelleri, Dionysia bryoides, Dionysia caespitosa, Dionysia curviflora, Dionysia denticulata, Dionysia diapensiifolia, Dionysia esfandiarii, Dionysia freitagii, Dionysia gandzhinae, Dionysia gaubae, Dionysia haussknechtii, Dionysia hedgei, Dionysia hissarica, Dionysia involucrata, Dionysia iranica, Dionysia iranshahrii, Dionysia janthina, Dionysia khatamii, Dionysia khuzistanica, Dionysia kossinskyi, Dionysia lacei, Dionysia lamingtonii, Dionysia leucotricha, Dionysia lindbergii, Dionysia lurorum, Dionysia michauxii, Dionysia microphylla, Dionysia mira, Dionysia mozaffarianii, Dionysia odora, Dionysia oreodoxa, Dionysia paradoxa, Dionysia revoluta, Dionysia rhaptodes, Dionysia saponacea, Dionysia sarvestanica, Dionysia sawyeri, Dionysia tapetodes, Dionysia termeana,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,