Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
laniccae
ID:
808323

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Braun-Blanq.) H.Kretzschmar, Eccarius & H.Dietr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Orchid Gen. Anacamptis Orchis Neotinea , ed. 2: 430 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000807657



Common Names

  • Anacamptis Laniccae
  • Laniccae Anacamptis
  • Laniccae's Anacamptis


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Description

Anacamptis laniccae (also called Lanicca's Orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean. It has small, white flowers and narrow leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Anacamptis laniccae is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of food.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anacamptis laniccae sub. laniccae

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anacamptis laniccae has small white flowers with yellow centers and long thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long thin stems with small green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anacamptis laniccae is a terrestrial orchid native to Greece. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich, acidic soil in a partially shaded area. Propagation is by division of the clumps in spring or by seed sowing in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Anacamptis laniccae

Anacamptis laniccae is native to Europe, from France to Romania. It is found in moist and wet forests, at elevations of up to 1,200 m.

Anacamptis laniccae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anacamptis laniccae?

Anacamptis laniccae

What is the common name of Anacamptis laniccae?

Lanicca's Orchid

Where is Anacamptis laniccae native to?

Southern Europe

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-345894: Based on the initial data import
Josias Braun-Blanquet (1884-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Braun-Blanq.' 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.