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
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.
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 Neotinea 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,