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
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.
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 Anacamptis genus
Anacamptis timbali,
Anacamptis alata,
Anacamptis alatoides,
Anacamptis caccabaria,
Anacamptis cyrenaica,
Anacamptis dafnii,
Anacamptis eccarii,
Anacamptis feinbruniae,
Anacamptis genevensis,
Anacamptis gerakarionis,
Anacamptis laniccae,
Anacamptis larzacensis,
Anacamptis lasithica,
Anacamptis lloydiana,
Anacamptis menosii,
Anacamptis olida,
Anacamptis parvifolia,
Anacamptis sciathia,
Anacamptis semisaccata,
Anacamptis simorrensis,
Anacamptis boryi,
Anacamptis collina,
Anacamptis coriophora,
Anacamptis duquesnei,
Anacamptis gennarii,
Anacamptis israelitica,
Anacamptis laxiflora,
Anacamptis lesbiensis,
Anacamptis morio,
Anacamptis palustris,
Anacamptis papilionacea,
Anacamptis pyramidalis,
Anacamptis sancta,
Anacamptis vanlookenii,
Anacamptis nicodemi,
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,