Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.C.Lamb.) B.Bock
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Centre-Ouest 43: 219 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335010
Common Names
- Gymnanacamptis evequei
- Evequei Gymnanacamptis
- Gymnanacamptis's Evequei
Description
Gymnanacamptis evequei (also called 'Eveque's', 'Rooikrans', 'Rooikrantz' among many other common names) is a grass native to Europe. It has long, thin, green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands and on hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnanacamptis evequei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gymnanacamptis evequei has yellow flowers with red centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gymnanacamptis evequei is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m (6.6 ft) tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Gymnanacamptis evequei
Gymnanacamptis evequei can be found in Morocco.
Gymnanacamptis evequei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gymnanacamptis evequei?
Gymnanacamptis evequei
What is the common name of Gymnanacamptis evequei?
Eveque's Gymnanacamptis
What type of plant is Gymnanacamptis evequei?
Gymnanacamptis evequei is a grass
Species in the Gymnanacamptis genus
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,