Dactylocamptis arbostii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arbostii
ID:
1320350
Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.G.Camus) B.Bock
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Centre-Ouest 42: 271 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332804
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dactylocamptis arbostii (also called 'Arbost's Orchid', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It has a decumbent habit and grows to a height of about 20 cm. The leaves are linear-lanceolate and the flowers are white in color. It grows in dry grasslands, heaths, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Dactylocamptis arbostii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dactylocamptis arbostii has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dactylocamptis arbostii is a species of terrestrial orchid that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best cultivated in a well-draining soil mix, with plenty of organic matter. It should be kept in a bright, sunny spot and watered regularly. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps, or by seed.
Where to Find Dactylocamptis arbostii
Dactylocamptis arbostii can be found in the alpine meadows of the Alps.
Dactylocamptis arbostii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dactylocamptis arbostii?
Dactylocamptis arbostii
What is the common name of Dactylocamptis arbostii?
Arbost's Dactylocamptis
What is the natural habitat of Dactylocamptis arbostii?
Grassy slopes and rocky areas
Species in the Dactylocamptis genus
Dactylocamptis weberi, Dactylocamptis weberi, Dactylocamptis arbostii, Dactylocamptis boudieri, Dactylocamptis chassagnei, Dactylocamptis drudei, Dactylocamptis leguei, Dactylocamptis luciae, Dactylocamptis luizetiana, Dactylocamptis neglecta, Dactylocamptis rouyana, Dactylocamptis timbaliana, Dactylocamptis valonii, Dactylocamptis devalonii, Dactylocamptis lamarquei, Dactylocamptis lloydianiformis, Dactylocamptis uechtritziana,
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
Edmond Gustave Camus (1852-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.Camus' in the authors string.
Benoit Bock (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bock' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77118750-1: Based on the initial data import