Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
abelii
ID:
1411729

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Asch. & Graebn.) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. Suppl., 124(1314): 37. 2016 [Jun 2016] [Quart. Suppl. Int. Reg. Orchid Hybrids]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424194


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Description

Gymnadenia abelii (also called Fragrant Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Europe. It has a single, erect stem, which can reach up to 30 cm in height. The leaves are long and narrow, and the flowers are white, fragrant, and have a yellowish-brown lip. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnadenia abelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnadenia abelii has a small, white flower with a faint scent. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnadenia abelii is an orchid species native to Europe. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a cool and humid environment, with bright indirect light and a well-draining soil mix. Water regularly but do not allow the soil to become soggy.

Where to Find Gymnadenia abelii

Gymnadenia abelii can be found in the Pyrenees, France.

Gymnadenia abelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnadenia abelii?

Gymnadenia abelii

What is the common name of Gymnadenia abelii?

Abelii Fragrant Orchid

Where is Gymnadenia abelii found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Gymnadenia genus

Gymnadenia runei, Gymnadenia archiducis-joannis, Gymnadenia austriaca, Gymnadenia bicornis, Gymnadenia borealis, Gymnadenia borisii, Gymnadenia buschmanniae, Gymnadenia carpatica, Gymnadenia chanousiana, Gymnadenia conopsea, Gymnadenia corneliana, Gymnadenia crassinervis, Gymnadenia delphineae, Gymnadenia densiflora, Gymnadenia dolomitensis, Gymnadenia eggeriana, Gymnadenia emeiensis, Gymnadenia frivaldii, Gymnadenia gabasiana, Gymnadenia godferyana, Gymnadenia heufleri, Gymnadenia intermedia, Gymnadenia lithopolitanica, Gymnadenia miniata, Gymnadenia nigra, Gymnadenia odoratissima, Gymnadenia orchidis, Gymnadenia pyrenaeensis, Gymnadenia rhellicani, Gymnadenia stiriaca, Gymnadenia taquetii, Gymnadenia truongiae, Gymnadenia turnowskyi, Gymnadenia wettsteiniana, Gymnadenia widderi, Gymnadenia densiflora, Gymnadenia fohringeri, Gymnadenia geigelsteiniana, Gymnadenia hedrenii, Gymnadenia hubertii, Gymnadenia schwerei, Gymnadenia trummeriana, Gymnadenia moritziana, Gymnadenia petzenensis, Gymnadenia teppneri, Gymnadenia bicolor, Gymnadenia hygrophila, Gymnadenia abelii, Gymnadenia kaeseri,

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

Paul Graebner (1871-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Graebn.' in the authors string.
Paul Friedrich August Ascherson (1834-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Asch.' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.