Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
atrocalcarata
ID:
1324300

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.González & Cuev.-Fig.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Orquídeas Occid. Mex. 1: 74 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336754

Common Names

  • Habenaria atrocalcarata
  • Atrocalcarata Habenaria
  • Atrocalcarata Rein Orchid

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Uses & Benefits

Habenaria atrocalcarata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Habenaria atrocalcarata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Habenaria atrocalcarata is a terrestrial orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Mexico and is hardy to USDA Zone 9. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in early spring or late summer. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Habenaria atrocalcarata

Habenaria atrocalcarata is native to Mexico and can be found in the Sierra Madre Occidental.

Habenaria atrocalcarata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Habenaria atrocalcarata?

Habenaria atrocalcarata

What kind of plant is Habenaria atrocalcarata?

It is a species of orchid

Where is Habenaria atrocalcarata found?

It is found in Mexico

Species in the Habenaria genus

Habenaria sylvicultrix, Habenaria bacata, Habenaria carlotae, Habenaria euryloba, Habenaria fuscina, Habenaria habenarioides, Habenaria halata, Habenaria leon-ibarrae, Habenaria leptophylla, Habenaria mediocris, Habenaria pabstii, Habenaria uncata, Habenaria vatia, Habenaria paulistana, Habenaria binghamii, Habenaria bonateoides, Habenaria carvajaliana, Habenaria castroi, Habenaria clareae, Habenaria cuevasiana, Habenaria geerinckiana, Habenaria harderi, Habenaria jardeliana, Habenaria kariniae, Habenaria lizbethae, Habenaria ludibundiciliata, Habenaria mariae, Habenaria micheliana, Habenaria pinzonii, Habenaria pubidactyla, Habenaria socorroae, Habenaria xochitliae, Habenaria ankylocentron, Habenaria cauda-porcelli, Habenaria tianae, Habenaria agrestis, Habenaria anomaliflora, Habenaria atrata, Habenaria ciliatisepala, Habenaria cortesii, Habenaria egleriana, Habenaria nogeirana, Habenaria pseudofilifera, Habenaria pseudoglaucophylla, Habenaria szlachetkoana, Habenaria talaensis, Habenaria tequilana, Habenaria arenata, Habenaria psammophila, Habenaria canastrensis,

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

Roberto González Tamayo (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.González' in the authors string.
Xochitl Marisol Cuevas-Figueroa (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuev.-Fig.' in the authors string.