Acrolophia capensis

Acrolophia capensis

 

  • Acrolophia capensis by Karsten Wodrich

Description

Robust terrestrial up to 800 mm tall. Leaves are keeled and up to 450 mm long. Inflorescence can have up to 10 branches and carries a moderate amount to many flowers. Flower colours can be variable, with green to purplish brown petals and sepals. The lip is white with purplish callus and side lobes. 

 

Distribution in South Africa

Found in the Western Cape and the southern part of the Eastern Cape where it is endemic.


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Typical habitat

Widespread in fynbos, from near sea level to 2000 m. 

 

Flowering Period

This species typically flowers between November and January. 

 

Distribution elsewhere in Africa

N/A.  

 

Conservation Status

Widespread and not endangered.

All indigenous orchids are protected under local South African legislation and under 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.

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  • Acrolophia capensis by Karsten Wodrich

 

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