Anacamptorchis salkowskiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salkowskiana
ID:
1411881
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.Alibertis & A.Alibertis) J.M.H.Shaw
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. Suppl., 125(1319): 56. 2017 [Sep 2017] [Quart. Suppl. Int. Reg. Orchid Hybrids]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424346
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anacamptorchis salkowskiana (also called 'Salkowski's Anacamptorchis', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky, dry areas and can be found in grasslands, scrublands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Anacamptorchis salkowskiana is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be used to decorate outdoor spaces and is also known for its air-purifying properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anacamptorchis salkowskiana is white and has five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anacamptorchis salkowskiana is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in a pot filled with well-draining soil and keep the soil moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, reduce watering and allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Anacamptorchis salkowskiana
Anacamptorchis salkowskiana is native to South Africa and can be found in the dry savannah.
Anacamptorchis salkowskiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anacamptorchis salkowskiana?
Anacamptorchis salkowskiana
What is the common name of Anacamptorchis salkowskiana?
Salkowski's Anacamptorchis
Where is Anacamptorchis salkowskiana native to?
South Africa
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,
References
Chryssoula Alibertis: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Alibertis' in the authors string.
Antoine Alibertis: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Alibertis' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77165699-1: Based on the initial data import