Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
251145

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Gothob. 1: 141 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250477



Common Names

  • Neottia Acuminata
  • Acuminata Rose
  • Acuminata's Rose


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Synonyms

  • Aphyllorchis parviflora King & Pantl. [unknown]
  • Neottia asiatica Ohwi [unknown]
  • Neottia micrantha Lindl. [illegitimate]
  • Neottia oblonga Tang & F.T.Wang [unknown]
  • Neottia parviflora Schltr. [illegitimate]
  • Neottia subsessilis Ohwi [unknown]
  • Nidus micranthus Kuntze [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Neottia acuminata 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neottia acuminata 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

Neottia acuminata 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 Neottia acuminata

Neottia acuminata can be found in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.

Neottia acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neottia acuminata?

Neottia acuminata

What is the family of Neottia acuminata?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Neottia acuminata?

Montane forests of Cameroon

Species in the Neottia genus

Neottia acuminata, Neottia alternifolia, Neottia auriculata, Neottia bambusetorum, Neottia banksiana, Neottia biflora, Neottia borealis, Neottia brevicaulis, Neottia brevilabris, Neottia camtschatea, Neottia convallarioides, Neottia cordata, Neottia deltoidea, Neottia dentata, Neottia divaricata, Neottia flabellata, Neottia gaudissartii, Neottia inayatii, Neottia japonica, Neottia karoana, Neottia kiusiana, Neottia listeroides, Neottia longicaulis, Neottia mackinnonii, Neottia makinoana, Neottia megalochila, Neottia microglottis, Neottia morrisonicola, Neottia mucronata, Neottia nanchuanica, Neottia nandadeviensis, Neottia nankomontana, Neottia nepalensis, Neottia nidus-avis, Neottia nipponica, Neottia oblata, Neottia ovata, Neottia pantlingii, Neottia papilligera, Neottia pinetorum, Neottia pseudonipponica, Neottia puberula, Neottia smallii, Neottia smithiana, Neottia smithii, Neottia taizanensis, Neottia tenii, Neottia tenuis, Neottia unguiculata, Neottia ussuriensis,

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,

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