Himantoglossum galilaeum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
galilaeum
ID:
913658
Status:
valid
Authors:
Shifman
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
J. Eur. Orch. 40: 731 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912993
Common Names
- Himantoglossum galilaeum
- Galilee Himantoglossum
- Galilee Himantoglossum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Himantoglossum galilaeum (also called Himantoglossum, among many other common names) is a plant species in the family Orchidaceae. It is a terrestrial herb with an erect stem up to 30 cm tall. It is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe. It is found in open areas, such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Himantoglossum galilaeum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections and reducing inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Himantoglossum galilaeum has small yellow flowers with a white lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Himantoglossum galilaeum is a terrestrial orchid native to the Mediterranean. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, perlite, or sphagnum moss. Water the plant regularly, but allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done by division or by seed.
Where to Find Himantoglossum galilaeum
Himantoglossum galilaeum is native to Israel and can be found in the forests of the country.
Species in the Himantoglossum genus
Himantoglossum galilaeum, Himantoglossum adriaticum, Himantoglossum calcaratum, Himantoglossum caprinum, Himantoglossum comperianum, Himantoglossum formosum, Himantoglossum hircinum, Himantoglossum metlesicsianum, Himantoglossum montis-tauri, Himantoglossum robertianum, Himantoglossum samariense, Himantoglossum caprinum, Himantoglossum agiasense,
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-457932: Based on the initial data import
Asaf Shifman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shifman' in the authors string.