Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lauzensis
ID:
1320344

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Balayer) B.Bock

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Centre-Ouest 42: 270 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332798





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Description

Anacamptorchis lauzensis (also called 'Lauzens'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 lauzensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anacamptorchis lauzensis has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have opposite leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anacamptorchis lauzensis 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 lauzensis

Anacamptorchis lauzensis can be found in the mountains of the Alps.

Anacamptorchis lauzensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anacamptorchis lauzensis?

Anacamptorchis lauzensis

What is the common name of Anacamptorchis lauzensis?

Lauzens's Anacamptorchis

What is the natural habitat of Anacamptorchis lauzensis?

Grassy slopes and rocky areas

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

Monique Balayer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balayer' in the authors string.
Benoit Bock (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bock' in the authors string.