Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
alternifolia
ID:
251152

Status:
valid

Authors:
(King & Pantl.) Szlach.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Florist. Geobot. , Suppl. 3: 117 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250484



Common Names

  • Neottia Alternifolia
  • Alternifolia Rose
  • Alternifolia's Rose


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Synonyms

  • Listera alternifolia King & Pantl. [unknown]

Description

Neottia alternifolia (also called 'Alternate-leaved 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 alternifolia 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 alternifolia 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 alternifolia 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 alternifolia

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

Neottia alternifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neottia alternifolia?

Neottia alternifolia

What type of plant is Neottia alternifolia?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae.

Where is Neottia alternifolia native to?

It is native to Europe and Asia.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-134165: Based on the initial data import
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
Robert Pantling (1856-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pantl.' in the authors string.
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.