Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
strictiflora
ID:
310204

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Veiga

Source:
wcs

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Orch. Port. : 18 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309536

Common Names

  • Strictiflora Serapias
  • Strictiflora Tongue Orchid
  • Strictiflora Helleborine

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Synonyms

  • Serapias gracilis Kreutz [unknown]
  • Serapias gregaria Godfery [unknown]
  • Serapias mauretanica Schltr. [unknown]
  • Serapias stenopetala Maire & Stephenson [unknown]
  • Serapias elsae P.Delforge [unknown]
  • Serapias lingua elsae (P.Delforge) Kreutz [unknown]
  • Serapias strictiflora distenta Presser [unknown]
  • Serapias strictiflora gregaria (Godfery) Kreutz [unknown]
  • Serapias lingua tunetana B.Baumann & H.Baumann [unknown]
  • Serapias strictiflora elsae (P.Delforge) C.Venhuis & P.Venhuis [unknown]
  • Serapias lingua tunetana (B.Baumann & H.Baumann) P.Delforge [unknown]

Description

Serapias strictiflora (also called 'Strict-flowered Tongue Orchid', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, often in calcareous soils.

Uses & Benefits

Serapias strictiflora is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive disorders, skin diseases, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as an antiseptic and as an astringent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Serapias strictiflora is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serapias strictiflora is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Serapias strictiflora

Serapias strictiflora is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in rocky and sandy soils, as well as in coastal areas.

Serapias strictiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serapias strictiflora?

Serapias strictiflora

What is the natural habitat of Serapias strictiflora?

It is found in the Mediterranean region, mainly in Spain and Portugal.

What is the flower color of Serapias strictiflora?

The flowers are usually white, but can also be pink or purple.

Species in the Serapias genus

Serapias alberti, Serapias ambigua, Serapias bergonii, Serapias broeckii, Serapias cordigera, Serapias cypria, Serapias demadesii, Serapias euxina, Serapias fallax, Serapias garganica, Serapias godferyi, Serapias halacsyana, Serapias hildae-margaritae, Serapias intermedia, Serapias kelleri, Serapias lingua, Serapias lupiensis, Serapias meridionalis, Serapias neglecta, Serapias nurrica, Serapias olbia, Serapias orientalis, Serapias oulmesiaca, Serapias parviflora, Serapias perez-chiscanoi, Serapias politisii, Serapias provincialis, Serapias rainei, Serapias sitiae, Serapias strictiflora, Serapias todaroi, Serapias vomeracea, Serapias walravensiana, Serapias wettsteinii, Serapias occidentalis, Serapias maria, Serapias venhuisia, Serapias francavillae, Serapias complicata, Serapias todari, Serapias athwaghlisia, Serapias liana,

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

Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Sebastião Philippes Martins Estacio da Veiga: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veiga' in the authors string.