Acrolophia bolusii

Acrolophia bolusii

 

  • Acrolophia bolusii by Warren Mayers

Description

Robust terrestrial up to 800 mm tall. Leaves are overlapping from the base up and up to 300 mm long. Inflorescence is branched and carries several flowers, which are brownish in colour and have yellow or white lips. 

 

Distribution in South Africa

Found in the southern part of the Western Cape, in particular the Cape Peninsula. Endemic.

 
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Typical habitat

Usually found on coastal sandy flats and occasionally gravelly hills, at sea level. 

 

Flowering Period 

This species typically flowers between October and December.

 

Distribution elsewhere in Africa

N/A

 

Conservation Status

Unknown.

All indigenous orchids are protected under South African legislation as well as CITES regulations.

 

References and additional information

Johnson, S.D., Bytebier, B., Stärker, H. (2010). Orchids of South Africa: A field guide. Struik Nature, Cape Town, South Africa.
La Croix, I.F., la Croix, E. (1997). African Orchids in the Wild and in Cultivation. Timber Press, Portland, Oregon, USA.


This genus and species article was written by Duncan McFarlane and published 2018-04-24.
Proof read and published by Karsten Wodrich

 

Images

  • Acrolophia bolusii by Warren Mayers

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