Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
magyarii
ID:
622419

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soó

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Sonderbeih. A 2: 318 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621751



Common Names

  • Magyar's Orchid
  • Magyar's Lady Orchid
  • Lady Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Orchidactyla magyari (Soó) Borsos & Soó [unknown]

Description

Orchis magyarii (also called Magyar's Orchis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a small terrestrial herb, growing up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Europe, from Portugal to Russia. It is found in grassland, meadows, roadsides and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Orchis magyarii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Orchis magyarii are white to pink in color and have a bell-shaped form. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orchis magyarii is a perennial plant that is native to Central and Eastern Europe. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a greenhouse. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Orchis magyarii

Orchis magyarii is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in many parts of Europe, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Orchis magyarii FAQ

What type of plant is Orchis magyarii?

Orchis magyarii is an orchid species.

Where is Orchis magyarii found?

Orchis magyarii is found in Europe.

What is the blooming period of Orchis magyarii?

Orchis magyarii blooms in the spring and summer months.

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,