Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
tridentata
ID:
251135

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Scop.) R.M.Bateman, Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 12: 122 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250467



Common Names

  • Neotinea Tridentata
  • Tridentata Rose
  • Tridentata's Rose


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Synonyms

  • Orchis tephrosanthos Vill. [unknown]
  • Orchis tridentata Scop. [unknown]
  • Orchis tridentata commutata (Tod.) Nyman [unknown]
  • Orchis tridentata parlatoris (Tineo) Nyman [unknown]
  • Orchis tridentata gussonei (Tod.) Nyman [unknown]
  • Orchis tridentata aetnensis (Tineo) Nyman [unknown]
  • Orchis lactea ennensis (Guss. ex Tineo) Nyman [unknown]
  • Odontorchis tridentata (Scop.) D.Tyteca & E.Klein [unknown]
  • Orchis tridentata variegata (All.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Orchis tridentata commutata (Tod.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Orchis aetnensis laxiflora Tod. ex Guss. [unknown]
  • Orchis lactea burnatii Briq. [unknown]
  • Orchis tridentata chersonesensis Turrill [unknown]
  • Orchis tridentata sumbilitaris Schur [unknown]
  • Orchis tridentata brachyloba Waisb. [unknown]
  • Orchis tridentata unidentata Waisb. [unknown]

Description

Neotinea tridentata (also called 'Trident Neotinea', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and rocky hillsides. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Neotinea tridentata is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, cough, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Neotinea tridentata sub. conica (Willd.) R.M.Bateman, Pridgeon & M.W.Chase
Neotinea tridentata sub. tridentata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neotinea tridentata has small, white flowers with yellowish-green tips. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a few leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neotinea tridentata is a hardy, evergreen, perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be sown in spring.

Where to Find Neotinea tridentata

Neotinea tridentata can be found in Europe, particularly in the Mediterranean region.

Neotinea tridentata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neotinea tridentata?

Neotinea tridentata

What is the family of Neotinea tridentata?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Neotinea tridentata?

Montane forests of Cameroon

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-134147: Based on the initial data import
Giovanni Antonio Scopoli (1723-1788): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scop.' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Richard Bateman (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Bateman' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.