Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
olida
ID:
808336

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bréb.) H.Kretzschmar, Eccarius & H.Dietr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Orchid Gen. Anacamptis Orchis Neotinea , ed. 2: 428 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000807670



Common Names

  • Anacamptis Olida
  • Olida Anacamptis
  • Olida's Anacamptis


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Description

Anacamptis olida (also called Olida 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 olida is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks for its attractive flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments like fever, cold, cough, and headache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anacamptis olida sub. olida
Anacamptis olida sub. darcissii (Murr) J.M.H.Shaw

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anacamptis olida 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 olida is a bulbous perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Anacamptis olida

Anacamptis olida can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Anacamptis olida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anacamptis olida?

Anacamptis olida

What is the common name of Anacamptis olida?

Olida Orchid

Where is Anacamptis olida 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-345907: Based on the initial data import
Louis Alphonse de Brébisson (1798-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bréb.' 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.