Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
perretii
ID:
1320347

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Richt.) B.Bock

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332801





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Description

Anacamptorchis perretii (also called 'Perret'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 perretii 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 perretii 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 perretii 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 perretii

Anacamptorchis perretii can be found in the mountains of the Carpathians.

Anacamptorchis perretii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anacamptorchis perretii?

Anacamptorchis perretii

What is the common name of Anacamptorchis perretii?

Perret's Anacamptorchis

What is the natural habitat of Anacamptorchis perretii?

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

Karl Richter (1855-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Richt.' in the authors string.
Benoit Bock (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bock' in the authors string.