Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
collina
ID:
1416532

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Lepší, P.Lepší & N.Mey.) Sennikov & Kurtto

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Memoranda Soc. Fauna Fl. Fenn. 93: 23 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428997


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Description

Aria collina (also called Collin's Aria, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in temperate regions of the world. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with long, thin, branching stems and small, white flowers. It is native to the temperate forests of Europe and Asia, and is often found growing on trees in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aria collina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aria collina has white flowers with five petals and a short peduncle. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aria collina is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a shady location. Division is best done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Aria collina

Aria collina can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Spain, and Portugal.

Aria collina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aria collina?

Aria collina

What is the common name of Aria collina?

Collin's Aria

What is the natural habitat of Aria collina?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

Species in the Rosaceae family

Acaena macrocephala, Acaena antarctica, Acaena argentea, Acaena boliviana, Acaena buchananii, Acaena echinata, Acaena agnipila, Acaena cylindristachya, Acaena confertissima, Acaena eupatoria, Acaena integerrima, Acaena leptacantha, Acaena ovina, Acaena magellanica, Acaena masafuerana, Acaena patagonica, Acaena tenera, Acaena platyacantha, Acaena pumila, Acaena splendens, Acaena stricta, Acaena stangii, Acaena trifida, Acaena pallida, Acaena caespitosa, Acaena saccaticupula, Acaena subincisa, Acaena hirsutula, Acaena fissistipula, Acaena glabra, Acaena tesca, Acaena juvenca, Acaena emittens, Acaena dumicola, Acaena profundeincisa, Acaena minor, Acaena alpina, Acaena montana, Acaena myriophylla, Acaena poeppigiana, Acaena anserovina, Acaena sericea, Acaena latebrosa, Acaena sarmentosa, Acaena elongata, Acaena exigua, Acaena rorida, Acaena novae-zelandiae, Acaena pinnatifida, Acaena inermis,

References

Aleksandr Sénnikov (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sennikov' in the authors string.
Arto Kurtto (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurtto' in the authors string.
Martin Lepší (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Lepší' in the authors string.
Petr Lepší (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Lepší' in the authors string.
Norbert Meyer (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Mey.' in the authors string.