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Ant (Anacamptis)
As of spring 2014 the World Checklist of Selected Plant Families accepts 11 species two with subspecies. These terrestrial orchids occur on grasslands limestone or chalk deposits or on dunes in Eurasia from the Mediterranean region to Central Asia.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Orchid
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Attributes of Ant
Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃
Scientific Classification of Ant
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Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Ant
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Ant thrives in bright, indirect light and well-draining soil with moderate moisture, favoring temperate climates. Overwintering requires reduced watering and protection from freezing. Commonly, ant suffers from root rot and fungal issues; they're sensitive to overwatering and poor air circulation. Seasonally, ant needs more water and possible shading in summer, less hydration in winter, and should be monitored for temperature fluctuations in spring and autumn.
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8 most common species：
Pyramidal orchid
Pyramidal orchid is a perennial flowering plant native to grasslands and other open habitats of southwestern Eurasia. It has characteristic conic or pyramid-shaped inflorescence which is purple, pink, or, rarely, white. The flowers have evolved to be pollinated by moths and butterflies exclusively.
Green-winged orchid
Native to Europe, green-winged orchid is a member of the orchid family that produces purple flowers. It does not produce nectar but is pollinated by bees. This plant is considered to be threatened and is protected in Ireland.
Pink butterfly orchid
Pink butterfly orchid has one of those excellently descriptive names since a) it's pink, b) it's an orchid, and c) its elegant spring flowers look like butterflies. In fact, the Latin name papilionacea also means "butterfly". You can find pink butterfly orchid in the wild in dry scrublands on limestone soils. Look for the elegantly patterned purple flowers.
Loose-flowered orchid
Loose-flowered orchid is a tall orchid that is at risk of habitat loss. Loose-flowered orchid can be mistaken for the smaller and more compact Early Purple Orchid. It is the County Flower for the Isle of Wight in the UK. Occasionally it produces flowers that bloom upside down.
Bug orchid
Bug orchid is a herbaceous perennial orchid often seen in olive groves and orchards. This sun lover is noted for the red spots on the lips of its blooms. Bug orchid obtains its name for its unpleasant scent and the flowers that aesthetically resemble a beetle.
Fan-lipped orchid
Anacamptis collina is a species of orchid. It is native to the Mediterranean and Caspian Sea regions, from Portugal and Morocco to Iran and Turkmenistan.
Anacamptis morio subsp. longicornu
This orchid's flowers are white lavender and purple; with a middle lob that is white with purple spots. In contrast to the nominate subspecies Anacamptis morio subsp. morio Anacamptis morio subsp. longicornu has a very long spur which is directed upwards. Its bloom period is from winter to spring.
Anacamptis morio subsp. picta
Anacamptis morio subsp. picta is a captivating wild orchid with a rosette of basal leaves and a slender spike of intricate, colorful flowers. Its blossoms display striking variations from pale to deep pink, each with a spotted or lined lip, mirroring the hues of its natural grassland habitat. This orchid thrives in calcareous soils, with its vibrant flowers serving as key attractors for pollinating insects.
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Pyramidal orchid
Pyramidal orchid
Pyramidal orchid is a perennial flowering plant native to grasslands and other open habitats of southwestern Eurasia. It has characteristic conic or pyramid-shaped inflorescence which is purple, pink, or, rarely, white. The flowers have evolved to be pollinated by moths and butterflies exclusively.
Green-winged orchid
Green-winged orchid
Native to Europe, green-winged orchid is a member of the orchid family that produces purple flowers. It does not produce nectar but is pollinated by bees. This plant is considered to be threatened and is protected in Ireland.
Pink butterfly orchid
Pink butterfly orchid
Pink butterfly orchid has one of those excellently descriptive names since a) it's pink, b) it's an orchid, and c) its elegant spring flowers look like butterflies. In fact, the Latin name papilionacea also means "butterfly". You can find pink butterfly orchid in the wild in dry scrublands on limestone soils. Look for the elegantly patterned purple flowers.
Loose-flowered orchid
Loose-flowered orchid
Loose-flowered orchid is a tall orchid that is at risk of habitat loss. Loose-flowered orchid can be mistaken for the smaller and more compact Early Purple Orchid. It is the County Flower for the Isle of Wight in the UK. Occasionally it produces flowers that bloom upside down.
Bug orchid
Bug orchid
Bug orchid is a herbaceous perennial orchid often seen in olive groves and orchards. This sun lover is noted for the red spots on the lips of its blooms. Bug orchid obtains its name for its unpleasant scent and the flowers that aesthetically resemble a beetle.
Fan-lipped orchid
Fan-lipped orchid
Anacamptis collina is a species of orchid. It is native to the Mediterranean and Caspian Sea regions, from Portugal and Morocco to Iran and Turkmenistan.
Anacamptis morio subsp. longicornu
Anacamptis morio subsp. longicornu
This orchid's flowers are white lavender and purple; with a middle lob that is white with purple spots. In contrast to the nominate subspecies Anacamptis morio subsp. morio Anacamptis morio subsp. longicornu has a very long spur which is directed upwards. Its bloom period is from winter to spring.
Anacamptis morio subsp. picta
Anacamptis morio subsp. picta
Anacamptis morio subsp. picta is a captivating wild orchid with a rosette of basal leaves and a slender spike of intricate, colorful flowers. Its blossoms display striking variations from pale to deep pink, each with a spotted or lined lip, mirroring the hues of its natural grassland habitat. This orchid thrives in calcareous soils, with its vibrant flowers serving as key attractors for pollinating insects.
Bog orchid
Bog orchid
Anacamptis palustris is a species of orchid. It is found in Europe, North Africa and western Asia. This orchid is native to Western and Central Europe, the Mediterranean region, the Balearic Islands, Turkey, Western Asia, Algeria and Tunisia in North Africa, and Saudi Arabia. It is a perennial herbaceous flower, and can be found in humid pastures, wet meadows and swamps. It prefers calcareous soils in full sun. It flowers in spring. The species epithet palustris is Latin for "of the marsh" and indicates its common habitat.
Holy orchid
Holy orchid
Holy orchid, a Mediterranean orchid, thrives in warm, sun-bathed grasslands. Its slender stem supports an array of pink to purple blooms, each flaunting a three-lobed lip marked with distinct looped lines, resembling a looped path sanctified in nature. This orchid’s height and vivid flower spikes make it a beacon for pollinators amid the greens.
Anacamptis morio subsp. syriaca
Anacamptis morio subsp. syriaca
Anacamptis morio subsp. syriaca is a charming orchid with a rosette of lance-shaped leaves and striking, purple-spotted flowers that form a dense spike. This subspecies thrives in sunny, Mediterranean meadows, its rich hues and nectar attracting pollinators. The tubers beneath the soil help anacamptis morio subsp. syriaca survive dry conditions, illustrating an elegant adaptation to its environment.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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Ant
Anacamptis
As of spring 2014 the World Checklist of Selected Plant Families accepts 11 species two with subspecies. These terrestrial orchids occur on grasslands limestone or chalk deposits or on dunes in Eurasia from the Mediterranean region to Central Asia.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Orchid
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Key Facts About Ant
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Attributes of Ant
Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃
Scientific Classification of Ant
Distribution of Ant
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Distribution Map of Ant
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Ant
Feedback
Ant thrives in bright, indirect light and well-draining soil with moderate moisture, favoring temperate climates. Overwintering requires reduced watering and protection from freezing. Commonly, ant suffers from root rot and fungal issues; they're sensitive to overwatering and poor air circulation. Seasonally, ant needs more water and possible shading in summer, less hydration in winter, and should be monitored for temperature fluctuations in spring and autumn.
How to Water Ant?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Ant?
How to Propagate Ant?
How to Plant Ant?
Exploring the Ant Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Pyramidal orchid
Pyramidal orchid is a perennial flowering plant native to grasslands and other open habitats of southwestern Eurasia. It has characteristic conic or pyramid-shaped inflorescence which is purple, pink, or, rarely, white. The flowers have evolved to be pollinated by moths and butterflies exclusively.
Green-winged orchid
Native to Europe, green-winged orchid is a member of the orchid family that produces purple flowers. It does not produce nectar but is pollinated by bees. This plant is considered to be threatened and is protected in Ireland.
Pink butterfly orchid
Pink butterfly orchid has one of those excellently descriptive names since a) it's pink, b) it's an orchid, and c) its elegant spring flowers look like butterflies. In fact, the Latin name papilionacea also means "butterfly". You can find pink butterfly orchid in the wild in dry scrublands on limestone soils. Look for the elegantly patterned purple flowers.
Loose-flowered orchid
Loose-flowered orchid is a tall orchid that is at risk of habitat loss. Loose-flowered orchid can be mistaken for the smaller and more compact Early Purple Orchid. It is the County Flower for the Isle of Wight in the UK. Occasionally it produces flowers that bloom upside down.
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All Species of Ant
More Popular Genus
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
Your Ultimate Guide to Plants
Identify grow and nurture the better way!
17,000 local species +400,000 global species studied
Nearly 5 years of research
80+ scholars in botany and gardening
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A database of 400000+ plants
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