Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
andaluciana
ID:
810867

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.Baumann & H.Baumann) H.Kretzschmar, Eccarius & H.Dietr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Orchid Gen. Anacamptis Orchis Neotinea : 513 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810201

Common Names

  • Serapicamptis andaluciana
  • Serapicamptis
  • Andaluciana

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Description

Serapicamptis andaluciana (also called Andalusian Serapicamptis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is an evergreen perennial herb, up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Serapicamptis andaluciana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Serapicamptis andaluciana is white and has 6 petals. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are thin and have long leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serapicamptis andaluciana is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Serapicamptis andaluciana

Serapicamptis andaluciana is native to the Iberian Peninsula.

Serapicamptis andaluciana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serapicamptis andaluciana?

Serapicamptis andaluciana

What is the common name of Serapicamptis andaluciana?

Andalusian Serapias

What is the natural habitat of Serapicamptis andaluciana?

Grasslands

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-348459: Based on the initial data import
Helga Dietrich (1940-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Dietr.' in the authors string.
Helmut Baumann (1937-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Baumann' in the authors string.
Horst Kretzschmar (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Kretzschmar' in the authors string.
Brigitte Baumann (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Baumann' in the authors string.
Wolfgang Eccarius (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eccarius' in the authors string.