Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ericiflora
ID:
835911

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szlach. & Mytnik

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Acta Soc. Bot. Poloniae 77: 213 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835246



Common Names

  • Cephalanthera ericiflora
  • Heath-Flowered Cephalanthera
  • Heath-Flowered Orchid


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Description

Cephalanthera ericiflora (also called Eric-flowered Cephalanthera, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Europe. It has a single, upright stem with a cluster of white flowers at the top. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalanthera ericiflora is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cephalanthera ericiflora is a white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalanthera ericiflora is an orchid native to Europe. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Division is best done in spring or summer. The plant should be carefully divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Cephalanthera ericiflora

Cephalanthera ericiflora can be found in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.

Cephalanthera ericiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalanthera ericiflora?

Cephalanthera ericiflora

What is the common name of Cephalanthera ericiflora?

Heath-leaved Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Cephalanthera ericiflora?

It is found in moist, shady places, such as woodlands and heaths

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-372471: Based on the initial data import
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Joanna Mytnik-Ejsmont (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mytnik' in the authors string.