Status:
valid
Authors:
De Not. ex Willk. & Lange
Source:
wcs
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Hispan. 1: 168 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000259235
Common Names
- Orchis
- Butterfly Orchid
- Bee Orchid
Synonyms
- Orchis subpatens E.G.Camus [unknown]
- Orchis brevicornu fallax De Not. [unknown]
- Orchis patens fallax (De Not.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Orchis brevicornis fallax (De Not.) Nyman [unknown]
- Androrchis fallax (De Not.) W.Foelsche & Jakely [unknown]
Description
Orchis fallax (also called Autumn Lady's-tresses, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Europe and North Africa. It has a slender stem that can reach up to 40 cm in height and is covered with small, white hairs. The flowers are small and white and are arranged in a spiral pattern. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Orchis fallax is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. Its flowers are also used in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Orchis fallax is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Orchis fallax is a terrestrial orchid native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is tolerant of drought. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seed should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is dormant. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Orchis fallax
Orchis fallax is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.
Orchis fallax FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orchis fallax?
Orchis fallax
What is the common name of Orchis fallax?
Fallax orchid
What is the natural habitat of Orchis fallax?
It is found in dry and rocky habitats in the Mediterranean region
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,