Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
praemorsa
ID:
259999

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Blatt. & McCann

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 35: 495 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000259331



Common Names

  • Acampe
  • Rattail Orchid
  • Tailflower Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Saccolabium papillosum Dalzell & A.Gibson [illegitimate]
  • Saccolabium praemorsum Hook.f. [illegitimate]
  • Saccolabium wightianum Hook.f. [illegitimate]
  • Sarcanthus praemorsus Lindl. ex Spreng. [unknown]
  • Sarcochilus praemorsus Spreng. [unknown]
  • Cymbidium praemorsum Sw. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum praemorsum Roxb. [unknown]
  • Gastrochilus papillosus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gastrochilus praemorsus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Sarcanthus papillosus (Lindl.) Tixier [unknown]

Description

Acampe praemorsa (also called Hooked Acampe, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical Asia. It has a slender stem that can reach up to 40 cm in height and is covered with small, white hairs. The flowers are small and white and are arranged in a spiral pattern. It is found in tropical forests, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acampe praemorsa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. Its flowers are also used in floral arrangements.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Acampe praemorsa var. longepedunculata (Trimen) Govaerts
Acampe praemorsa var. praemorsa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acampe praemorsa is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acampe praemorsa is a terrestrial orchid native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is tolerant of drought. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seed should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is dormant. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Acampe praemorsa

Acampe praemorsa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Acampe praemorsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acampe praemorsa?

Acampe praemorsa

What is the common name of Acampe praemorsa?

Praemorsa acampe

What is the natural habitat of Acampe praemorsa?

It is found in moist forests and swamps in South and Southeast Asia

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-1426: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Ethelbert Blatter (1877-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blatt.' in the authors string.
Charles McCann (1899-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McCann' in the authors string.