Soldanella transsilvanica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
transsilvanica
ID:
505188
Status:
valid
Authors:
Borbás
Source:
ksu
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Természettud. Közl. 12: 191 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504520
Common Names
- Soldanella transsilvanica
- Transylvanian Soldanella
- Transylvanian Snowbell
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Soldanella transsilvanica (also called Transylvanian Soldanella, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen herbaceous plant species with small, white flowers. It is native to Romania and is found in alpine meadows and grasslands at elevations of 1,000 to 2,000 meters. It grows in sunny, dry conditions and prefers to be in well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Soldanella transsilvanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Soldanella transsilvanica are white, bell-shaped and hang in clusters of 2-4. The seeds are small, brown and ovoid. The seedlings have a pair of cotyledons, followed by two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Soldanella transsilvanica is a small, evergreen shrub, growing to a height of 2-3 feet. It is best grown in a sunny location and in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Soldanella transsilvanica
Soldanella transsilvanica is native to the Carpathian Mountains of Romania and Ukraine.
Soldanella transsilvanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Soldanella transsilvanica?
Soldanella transsilvanica
What is the common name of Soldanella transsilvanica?
Transylvanian Soldanella
What is the natural habitat of Soldanella transsilvanica?
It is native to Romania and grows in rocky, sandy soils
Species in the Soldanella genus
Soldanella chrysosticta, Soldanella carpatica, Soldanella calabrella, Soldanella alpina, Soldanella transsilvanica, Soldanella villosa, Soldanella hungarica, Soldanella minima, Soldanella lungoviensis, Soldanella hybrida, Soldanella ganderi, Soldanella degeniana, Soldanella rhodopaea, Soldanella pusilla, Soldanella montana, Soldanella pindicola, Soldanella richteri,
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,
References
Vinczé von Borbás (1844-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borbás' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:702889-1: Based on the initial data import