🌿Native Nature

Man Orchid

Orchis anthropophora

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Asparagales ›Family: Orchidaceae ›Genus: Orchis

About

Orchis anthropophora, the man orchid (formerly Aceras anthropophorum), is a European species of orchid whose flowers resemble a human figure. The head is formed by the petals and sepals, and the suspended torso and limbs by the lobes of the labellum. It usually grows in calcareous grassland.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Man Orchid?
The scientific name of Man Orchid is Orchis anthropophora.
What is the conservation status of Man Orchid?
The Man Orchid has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does Man Orchid belong to?
Man Orchid belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Man Orchid belong to?
Man Orchid belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Man Orchid belong to?
Man Orchid belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does Man Orchid belong to?
Man Orchid belongs to the order Asparagales.
What family does Man Orchid belong to?
Man Orchid belongs to the family Orchidaceae.
What genus does Man Orchid belong to?
Man Orchid belongs to the genus Orchis.