Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
angusticruris
ID:
259588

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Fl. Loir-et-Cher : 571 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000258920



Common Names

  • Orchis angusticruris
  • Angusticruris Orchis
  • Angusticruris Orchid


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Description

Orchis angusticruris (also called Narrow-Stemmed Orchis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small terrestrial orchid, growing up to 15 centimeters tall. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Orchis angusticruris is used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases and as a laxative. It is also used for making edible oil and in the production of soaps, shampoos, and detergents.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Orchis angusticruris sub. angusticruris

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orchis angusticruris is white and has a tubular structure. The seed is small and round with a brownish-black color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orchis angusticruris is a slow-growing terrestrial orchid that can reach up to 30cm in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section replanted.

Where to Find Orchis angusticruris

Orchis angusticruris is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.

Orchis angusticruris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orchis angusticruris?

Orchis angusticruris

What is the common name of Orchis angusticruris?

Narrow-leaved Orchis

What is the natural habitat of Orchis angusticruris?

Temperate regions of Europe

Species in the Orchis genus

Orchis adenocheila, Orchis anatolica, Orchis angusticruris, Orchis anthropophora, Orchis apollinaris, Orchis aurunca, Orchis bergoni, Orchis beyrichii, Orchis bivonae, Orchis brancifortii, Orchis buelii, Orchis calliantha, Orchis colemanii, Orchis cortesii, Orchis fallax, Orchis fitzii, Orchis galilaea, Orchis hybrida, Orchis italica, Orchis klopfensteiniae, Orchis laeta, Orchis ligustica, Orchis loreziana, Orchis macra, Orchis mascula, Orchis militaris, Orchis olbiensis, Orchis pallens, Orchis patens, Orchis pauciflora, Orchis penzigiana, Orchis permixta, Orchis petterssonii, Orchis plessidiaca, Orchis provincialis, Orchis pseudoanatolica, Orchis punctulata, Orchis purpurea, Orchis quadripunctata, Orchis serraniana, Orchis sezikiana, Orchis simia, Orchis sitiaca, Orchis spitzelii, Orchis spuria, Orchis thriftiensis, Orchis troodi, Orchis wulffiana, Orchis chabalensis, Orchis tochniana,

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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