Status:
valid
Authors:
Lidén
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 37: 56 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507001
Common Names
- Dionysia zetterlundii
- Zetterlundii Dionysia
- Dionysia Zetterlundii
Description
Dionysia zetterlundii (also called Zetterlund's Dionysia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, ovate leaves and small white flowers. It grows in rocky areas, cliffs, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dionysia zetterlundii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dionysia zetterlundii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dionysia zetterlundii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be grown from seed, but the seed must be fresh and sown immediately. Division can be done in early spring or fall. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section can be planted in a separate pot.
Where to Find Dionysia zetterlundii
Dionysia zetterlundii is native to Europe and can be found in the countries of Belgium, France, Germany, and the Netherlands.
Dionysia zetterlundii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dionysia zetterlundii?
Dionysia zetterlundii
What is the common name of Dionysia zetterlundii?
Zetterlundii
What is the natural habitat of Dionysia zetterlundii?
Rocky slopes and crevices
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,