Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ehrh.) Sennikov & Kurtto
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Memoranda Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. 93: 44 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001426726
Common Names
- Borkhausenia intermedia
- Intermediate Borkhausenia
- Intermediate Water-starwort
Description
Borkhausenia intermedia (also called Intermediate Borkhausenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and temperate regions of Asia. It grows in a variety of habitats, from dry grasslands to wetter meadows and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Borkhausenia intermedia has been used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Borkhausenia intermedia has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Borkhausenia intermedia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels.
Where to Find Borkhausenia intermedia
Borkhausenia intermedia is native to Central and Eastern Europe.
Borkhausenia intermedia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Borkhausenia intermedia?
Borkhausenia intermedia
What is the common name of Borkhausenia intermedia?
Intermediate Borkhausenia
What is the family of Borkhausenia intermedia?
Asteraceae
Species in the Borkhausenia genus
Species in the Rosaceae family
Acaena macrocephala,
Acaena antarctica,
Acaena argentea,
Acaena boliviana,
Acaena buchananii,
Acaena echinata,
Acaena agnipila,
Acaena cylindristachya,
Acaena confertissima,
Acaena eupatoria,
Acaena integerrima,
Acaena leptacantha,
Acaena ovina,
Acaena magellanica,
Acaena masafuerana,
Acaena patagonica,
Acaena tenera,
Acaena platyacantha,
Acaena pumila,
Acaena splendens,
Acaena stricta,
Acaena stangii,
Acaena trifida,
Acaena pallida,
Acaena caespitosa,
Acaena saccaticupula,
Acaena subincisa,
Acaena hirsutula,
Acaena fissistipula,
Acaena glabra,
Acaena tesca,
Acaena juvenca,
Acaena emittens,
Acaena dumicola,
Acaena profundeincisa,
Acaena minor,
Acaena alpina,
Acaena montana,
Acaena myriophylla,
Acaena poeppigiana,
Acaena anserovina,
Acaena sericea,
Acaena latebrosa,
Acaena sarmentosa,
Acaena elongata,
Acaena exigua,
Acaena rorida,
Acaena novae-zelandiae,
Acaena pinnatifida,
Acaena inermis,