Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
morioides
ID:
912073

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brand) Stace

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Watsonia 27: 247 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911408



Common Names

  • Morioides Anacamptorchis
  • Morioides Anacamptorchis
  • Morioides Anacamptorchis


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Description

Anacamptorchis morioides (also called Anacamptorchis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and its flowers are white with yellow centers. It grows in moist grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Anacamptorchis morioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anacamptorchis morioides has small, yellow flowers with dark purple centers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anacamptorchis morioides is a tropical plant native to Madagascar. It is a terrestrial orchid with long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. Propagation is usually done by division of the tuber or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-drained, fertile soil in full sun or partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly, but not to overwater it. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two to three months.

Where to Find Anacamptorchis morioides

Anacamptorchis morioides is native to the Mediterranean and is found in the mountainous regions of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Anacamptorchis morioides FAQ

What is the common name of Anacamptorchis morioides?

Common Anacamptorchis

What is the scientific name of Common Anacamptorchis?

Anacamptorchis morioides

What is the natural habitat of Anacamptorchis morioides?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

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-456291: Based on the initial data import
Clive A. Stace (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stace' in the authors string.
August Brand (1863-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brand' in the authors string.