Newcastelia roseoazurea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
roseoazurea
ID:
252513
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rye
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 11: 98 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251845
Common Names
- Newcastelia roseoazurea
- Roseoazure Newcastelia
- Newcastelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Newcastelia roseoazurea (also called Roseoazurea Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is found in open forests, grasslands, and shrublands at elevations of 0-1000 m. The plant has an upright stem and a single leaf. The flowers are white and yellow in color and have a sweet scent.
Uses & Benefits
Newcastelia roseoazurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Newcastelia roseoazurea is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Newcastelia roseoazurea is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a well-drained potting mix. It is best propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several smaller pieces and then planted in separate pots. When propagating by seed, the seed should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. The seedlings should be kept in a bright, warm location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Newcastelia roseoazurea
Newcastelia roseoazurea can be found in the Northern Territory of Australia, in the Kimberley region.
Newcastelia roseoazurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Newcastelia roseoazurea?
Newcastelia roseoazurea
What type of plant is Newcastelia roseoazurea?
It is a shrub
Where is Newcastelia roseoazurea native to?
It is native to India and Sri Lanka
Species in the Newcastelia genus
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-135460: Based on the initial data import
Barbara Lynette Rye (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rye' in the authors string.