Status:
valid
Authors:
Sw.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1814
Citation Micro:
Summa Veg. Scand. : 32 (1814)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000952334
Common Names
- Aphyllum Epipogium
- Aphyllum Ghost Orchid
- Aphyllum Leafless Orchid
Description
Epipogium aphyllum (also called Ghost Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Europe, where it grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Epipogium aphyllum is used in traditional Chinese medicine, as well as in the production of perfumes and cosmetics. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epipogium aphyllum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The flowers are arranged in a loose, one-sided spike. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epipogium aphyllum is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers moist, humus-rich soils in semi-shaded areas. It can be cultivated in containers or planted directly in the garden.
Where to Find Epipogium aphyllum
Epipogium aphyllum is native to Europe and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats.
Species in the Epipogium genus
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,