Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
agiasense
ID:
1411516

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Karatzas) Deniz

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2022

Citation Micro:
ined.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423981



Common Names

  • Himantoglossum Agiasense
  • Agiasense's Himantoglossum
  • Himantoglossum's Agiasense


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Description

Himantoglossum agiasense (also called Agias' Himantoglossum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Europe and temperate Asia. It is a terrestrial herb growing up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white. It is found in marshes and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Himantoglossum agiasense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Himantoglossum agiasense has small, yellow flowers with a white center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Himantoglossum agiasense is a perennial plant that is native to Europe. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or autumn. Seeds can also be collected and sown in the spring.

Where to Find Himantoglossum agiasense

Himantoglossum agiasense is native to Greece and can be found in the island of Agios Efstratios.

Himantoglossum agiasense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Himantoglossum agiasense?

Himantoglossum agiasense

What is the common name of Himantoglossum agiasense?

Agias' Himantoglossum

What is the natural habitat of Himantoglossum agiasense?

Grassy meadows and open woodlands

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

Ioannis A. Karatzas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karatzas' in the authors string.