Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
delavayi
ID:
245007

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prain

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 42: 424 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244339



Common Names

  • Microtoena delavayi
  • Delavayi Microtoena
  • Microtoena


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Synonyms

  • Microtoena affinis C.Y.Wu & S.J.Hsuan [unknown]
  • Microtoena bhutanica Stearn [unknown]
  • Microtoena delavayi amblyodon C.Y.Wu & S.J.Hsuan [unknown]
  • Microtoena delavayi grandiflora Prain [unknown]
  • Microtoena delavayi lutea C.Y.Wu & S.J.Hsuan [unknown]
  • Microtoena tenuiflora C.Y.Wu [unknown]
  • Microtoena delavayi vera Prain [unknown]
  • Microtoena delavayi delavayi [unknown]

Description

Microtoena delavayi (also called Delavay's Microtoena, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Australia and New Zealand. It has a single, erect, linear, green leaf and up to 10 white to pinkish flowers. It grows in open forests, grasslands, and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Microtoena delavayi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microtoena delavayi has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microtoena delavayi is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Microtoena delavayi

Microtoena delavayi can be found in Australia.

Microtoena delavayi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microtoena delavayi?

Microtoena delavayi

What is the common name of Microtoena delavayi?

Delavay's Microtoena

What type of soil is best for Microtoena delavayi?

Well-drained, acidic soil

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-128229: Based on the initial data import
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.