Sericanthe adamii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
adamii
ID:
310244
Status:
valid
Authors:
(N.Hallé) Robbr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 51: 172 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309576
Common Names
- Adamii Sericanthe
- Adam's Tongue Orchid
- Adam's Helleborine
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- Neorosea adamii N.Hallé [valid]
Description
Sericanthe adamii (also called 'Adam's Tongue Orchid', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, often in calcareous soils.
Uses & Benefits
Sericanthe adamii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sericanthe adamii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.
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Sericanthe adamii is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Sericanthe adamii
Sericanthe adamii can be found in the wild in Central and South America, primarily in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Sericanthe adamii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sericanthe adamii?
Sericanthe adamii
What is the natural habitat of Sericanthe adamii?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
What is the flower color of Sericanthe adamii?
The flowers are usually yellow or orange.
Species in the Sericanthe genus
Sericanthe adamii, Sericanthe andongensis, Sericanthe auriculata, Sericanthe burundensis, Sericanthe chevalieri, Sericanthe halleana, Sericanthe jacfelicis, Sericanthe leonardii, Sericanthe odoratissima, Sericanthe pellegrinii, Sericanthe petitii, Sericanthe raynaliorum, Sericanthe roseoides, Sericanthe suffruticosa, Sericanthe testui, Sericanthe toupetou, Sericanthe trilocularis, Sericanthe gabonensis, Sericanthe lowryana, Sericanthe mpassa, Sericanthe rabia, Sericanthe chimanimaniensis,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-190790: Based on the initial data import
Elmar Robbrecht (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbr.' in the authors string.
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.