Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pseudoanatolica
ID:
260537

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Fleischm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Ann. K. K. Naturhist. Hofmus. 28: 116 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000259869

Common Names

  • Pseudoanatolian Orchis
  • Pseudoanatolian Lady Orchid
  • Pseudoanatolian Bird's-nest Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Orchis celakovskyi Rohlena [unknown]
  • Androrchis pseudoanatolica (H.Fleischm.) W.Foelsche & Jakely [unknown]
  • Orchis celakovskyi Rohlena [unknown]

Description

Orchis pseudoanatolica (also called Pseudo Anatolian Orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Orchidaceae family. It has a short stem and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Orchis pseudoanatolica is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orchis pseudoanatolica is a white, pink or purple color with a labellum that has a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, round and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orchis pseudoanatolica is a perennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Orchis pseudoanatolica

Orchis pseudoanatolica is native to Europe and can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Orchis pseudoanatolica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orchis pseudoanatolica?

Orchis pseudoanatolica

What are the common names of Orchis pseudoanatolica?

Pseudoanatolian Orchid, Pseudoanatolian Lady's Tresses

What is the natural habitat of Orchis pseudoanatolica?

Orchis pseudoanatolica is native to the Mediterranean region.

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-143102: Based on the initial data import
Hans Fleischmann (1875-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Fleischm.' in the authors string.