Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
insuavis
ID:
245015

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hance) Prain ex Briq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(3a): 269 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244347



Common Names

  • Microtoena insuavis
  • Insuavis Microtoena
  • Microtoena


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Synonyms

  • Microtoena siamica Stearn [unknown]
  • Gomphostemma insuave Hance [unknown]

Description

Microtoena insuavis (also called Unpleasant 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 insuavis 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

The flowers of Microtoena insuavis are small and white. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microtoena insuavis 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 insuavis

Microtoena insuavis can be found in Australia.

Microtoena insuavis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microtoena insuavis?

Microtoena insuavis

What is the common name of Microtoena insuavis?

Insipid Microtoena

What type of soil is best for Microtoena insuavis?

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-128236: Based on the initial data import
Henry Fletcher Hance (1827-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hance' in the authors string.
John Isaac Briquet (1870-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Briq.' in the authors string.
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.