Status:
valid
Authors:
(Conrad) B.Bock
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Centre-Ouest 42: 270 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332793
Description
Anacamptorchis grazianiae (also called 'Graziani's Orchid', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It has a decumbent habit and grows to a height of about 20 cm. The leaves are linear-lanceolate and the flowers are yellow in color. It grows in dry grasslands, heaths, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Anacamptorchis grazianiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anacamptorchis grazianiae is a small, white, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anacamptorchis grazianiae is a species of terrestrial orchid that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best cultivated in a well-draining soil mix, with plenty of organic matter. It should be kept in a bright, sunny spot and watered regularly. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps, or by seed.
Where to Find Anacamptorchis grazianiae
Anacamptorchis grazianiae can be found in the mountains of Greece.
Anacamptorchis grazianiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anacamptorchis grazianiae?
Anacamptorchis grazianiae
What is the common name of Anacamptorchis grazianiae?
Graziania's Anacamptorchis
What is the natural habitat of Anacamptorchis grazianiae?
Grassy slopes and rocky areas
Species in the Anacamptorchis genus
Anacamptorchis morioides,
Anacamptorchis guetrotii,
Anacamptorchis bassoulsii,
Anacamptorchis celtiberica,
Anacamptorchis christiani-bernardii,
Anacamptorchis grazianiae,
Anacamptorchis ladurneri,
Anacamptorchis lauzensis,
Anacamptorchis neogennarii,
Anacamptorchis perretii,
Anacamptorchis richardiorum,
Anacamptorchis salkowskiana,
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,