Status:
valid
Authors:
All.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1785
Citation Micro:
Fl. Pedem. 2: 148 (1785)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000258929
Common Names
- Orchis anthropophora
- Anthropophora Orchis
- Anthropophora Orchid
Synonyms
- Loroglossum anthropophorum (L.) Rich. [unknown]
- Loroglossum brachyglotte Rich. [unknown]
- Arachnites anthropophora F.W.Schmidt [unknown]
- Ophrys anthropomorpha Willd. [unknown]
- Ophrys anthropophora L. [unknown]
- Aceras anthropomorphum (Pers.) Sm. [unknown]
- Aceras anthropophorum (L.) R.Br. [unknown]
- Aceras anthropophorum angustatum Rouy [unknown]
- Aceras anthropophorum angustatum (Rouy) Maire [unknown]
- Aceras anthropophorum latior Rouy [unknown]
- Aceras anthropophorum latior (Rouy) Maire [unknown]
- Aceras anthropophorum purpurata Balayer [unknown]
- Satyrium anthropomorphum Pers. [unknown]
- Satyrium anthropophora Pers. [unknown]
- Serapias anthropophora Jundz. [unknown]
- Aceras anthropophorum apiculatum Höppner [unknown]
- Himantoglossum anthropophorum Spreng. [unknown]
- Aceras anthropophorum (L.) W.T.Aiton [unknown]
- Aceras anthropophorum (L.) Sm. [unknown]
- Satyrium anthropomorpha Pers. [unknown]
Description
Orchis anthropophora (also called Anthropophora Orchis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small terrestrial orchid, growing up to 15 centimeters tall. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Orchis anthropophora is used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases and as a laxative. It is also used for making edible oil and in the production of soaps, shampoos, and detergents.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Orchis anthropophora is white and has a tubular structure. The seed is small and round with a brownish-black color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Orchis anthropophora is a slow-growing terrestrial orchid that can reach up to 30cm in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section replanted.
Where to Find Orchis anthropophora
Orchis anthropophora is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.
Orchis anthropophora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orchis anthropophora?
Orchis anthropophora
What is the common name of Orchis anthropophora?
Man Orchis
What is the natural habitat of Orchis anthropophora?
Temperate regions of Europe
Species in the Orchis genus
Orchis adenocheila,
Orchis anatolica,
Orchis angusticruris,
Orchis anthropophora,
Orchis apollinaris,
Orchis aurunca,
Orchis bergoni,
Orchis beyrichii,
Orchis bivonae,
Orchis brancifortii,
Orchis buelii,
Orchis calliantha,
Orchis colemanii,
Orchis cortesii,
Orchis fallax,
Orchis fitzii,
Orchis galilaea,
Orchis hybrida,
Orchis italica,
Orchis klopfensteiniae,
Orchis laeta,
Orchis ligustica,
Orchis loreziana,
Orchis macra,
Orchis mascula,
Orchis militaris,
Orchis olbiensis,
Orchis pallens,
Orchis patens,
Orchis pauciflora,
Orchis penzigiana,
Orchis permixta,
Orchis petterssonii,
Orchis plessidiaca,
Orchis provincialis,
Orchis pseudoanatolica,
Orchis punctulata,
Orchis purpurea,
Orchis quadripunctata,
Orchis serraniana,
Orchis sezikiana,
Orchis simia,
Orchis sitiaca,
Orchis spitzelii,
Orchis spuria,
Orchis thriftiensis,
Orchis troodi,
Orchis wulffiana,
Orchis chabalensis,
Orchis tochniana,
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,