Dactylocamptis luizetiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
luizetiana
ID:
1320358
Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.G.Camus) B.Bock
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Centre-Ouest 42: 271 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332812
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dactylocamptis luizetiana (also called 'Luizet'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 white in color. It grows in dry grasslands, heaths, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Dactylocamptis luizetiana is used as an ornamental plant, and for its essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dactylocamptis luizetiana has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dactylocamptis luizetiana 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 Dactylocamptis luizetiana
Dactylocamptis luizetiana can be found in Central America, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
Dactylocamptis luizetiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dactylocamptis luizetiana?
Dactylocamptis luizetiana
What is the common name of Dactylocamptis luizetiana?
Luizet's Dactylocamptis
What is the natural habitat of Dactylocamptis luizetiana?
Grassy slopes and rocky areas
Species in the Dactylocamptis genus
Dactylocamptis weberi, Dactylocamptis weberi, Dactylocamptis arbostii, Dactylocamptis boudieri, Dactylocamptis chassagnei, Dactylocamptis drudei, Dactylocamptis leguei, Dactylocamptis luciae, Dactylocamptis luizetiana, Dactylocamptis neglecta, Dactylocamptis rouyana, Dactylocamptis timbaliana, Dactylocamptis valonii, Dactylocamptis devalonii, Dactylocamptis lamarquei, Dactylocamptis lloydianiformis, Dactylocamptis uechtritziana,
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
Edmond Gustave Camus (1852-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.Camus' in the authors string.
Benoit Bock (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bock' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77118759-1: Based on the initial data import