Serapicamptis capitata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capitata
ID:
810869
Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.G.Camus) H.Kretzschmar, Eccarius & H.Dietr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Orchid Gen. Anacamptis Orchis Neotinea : 412 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810203
Common Names
- Serapicamptis capitata
- Serapicamptis
- Capitata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Serapicamptis capitata (also called Capitate 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 capitata 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 capitata 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Serapicamptis capitata 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 capitata
Serapicamptis capitata is native to the Iberian Peninsula.
Serapicamptis capitata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Serapicamptis capitata?
Serapicamptis capitata
What is the common name of Serapicamptis capitata?
Capitate Serapias
What is the natural habitat of Serapicamptis capitata?
Grasslands
Species in the Serapicamptis genus
Serapicamptis forbesii, Serapicamptis anatolica, Serapicamptis barlae, Serapicamptis bevilacquae, Serapicamptis correvonii, Serapicamptis debeauxii, Serapicamptis ducoroniae, Serapicamptis garbariorum, Serapicamptis ligustica, Serapicamptis mutata, Serapicamptis myrtoa, Serapicamptis nelsoniana, Serapicamptis pisanensis, Serapicamptis rousii, Serapicamptis tommasinii, Serapicamptis triloba, Serapicamptis andaluciana, Serapicamptis capitata, Serapicamptis cytherea, Serapicamptis duffortii, Serapicamptis fontanae, Serapicamptis timbali, Serapicamptis sonii, Serapicamptis traverseriana,
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-348461: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Gustave Camus (1852-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.Camus' in the authors string.
Helga Dietrich (1940-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Dietr.' in the authors string.
Horst Kretzschmar (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Kretzschmar' in the authors string.
Wolfgang Eccarius (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eccarius' in the authors string.