Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lucensis
ID:
810066

Status:
valid

Authors:
Antonetti & Bertolini

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Caesiana 26: 17 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809400

Common Names

  • Orchis lucensis
  • Lucensis Orchis
  • Lucensis Orchid

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Description

Orchis lucensis (also called Lucen's Orchis, among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial orchid with a single leaf. It is native to Europe, and is found growing in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Orchis lucensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orchis lucensis is a yellow-green color, and is shaped like a bell. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed, and the seedlings are small, green, and have two stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orchis lucensis is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in moist, well-drained soils in a sunny or partially shaded position. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy compost and kept at a temperature of around 20°C (68°F). Germination usually takes place within 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Orchis lucensis

Orchis lucensis can be found in Europe, including France, Germany, and Italy.

Orchis lucensis FAQ

What is the common name of Orchis lucensis?

Lucen Orchid

What is the native range of Orchis lucensis?

Europe

What is the flowering period of Orchis lucensis?

April to June

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-347637: Based on the initial data import
Maurizio Antonetti (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Antonetti' in the authors string.
Vittoria Cristina Bertolini (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bertolini' in the authors string.