Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.G.Camus) B.Bock
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Centre-Ouest 42: 270 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332800
Description
Anacamptorchis neogennarii (also called 'Neogennari's Orchid', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It has a decumbent habit and grows to a height of about 20 cm. The leaves are linear-lanceolate and the flowers are yellow in color. It grows in dry grasslands, heaths, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Anacamptorchis neogennarii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anacamptorchis neogennarii has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have opposite leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anacamptorchis neogennarii is a species of terrestrial orchid that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best cultivated in a well-draining soil mix, with plenty of organic matter. It should be kept in a bright, sunny spot and watered regularly. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps, or by seed.
Where to Find Anacamptorchis neogennarii
Anacamptorchis neogennarii can be found in the mountains of the Pyrenees.
Anacamptorchis neogennarii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anacamptorchis neogennarii?
Anacamptorchis neogennarii
What is the common name of Anacamptorchis neogennarii?
Neogennari's Anacamptorchis
What is the natural habitat of Anacamptorchis neogennarii?
Grassy slopes and rocky areas
Species in the Anacamptorchis genus
Anacamptorchis morioides,
Anacamptorchis guetrotii,
Anacamptorchis bassoulsii,
Anacamptorchis celtiberica,
Anacamptorchis christiani-bernardii,
Anacamptorchis grazianiae,
Anacamptorchis ladurneri,
Anacamptorchis lauzensis,
Anacamptorchis neogennarii,
Anacamptorchis perretii,
Anacamptorchis richardiorum,
Anacamptorchis salkowskiana,
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,