Aphyllorchis queenslandica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
queenslandica
ID:
244314
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dockrill
Source:
wcs
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Orchadian 1: 115 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243646
Common Names
- Aphyllorchis queenslandica
- Queensland Aphyllorchis
- Aphyllorchis Queenslandica
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aphyllorchis queenslandica (also called Queensland Leaf Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It has a single, pale green leaf and a single, white flower with a yellow labellum. It is found in open forests, woodlands, and heathlands in Queensland.
Uses & Benefits
Aphyllorchis queenslandica is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aphyllorchis queenslandica has small, yellow-green flowers with a white labellum. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aphyllorchis queenslandica is a terrestrial orchid that is best grown in a warm, humid climate. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Aphyllorchis queenslandica
Aphyllorchis queenslandica can be found in the tropical rainforests of Australia.
Aphyllorchis queenslandica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aphyllorchis queenslandica?
Aphyllorchis queenslandica
What is the common name of Aphyllorchis queenslandica?
Queenslandica
Where is Aphyllorchis queenslandica native to?
Australia
Species in the Aphyllorchis genus
Aphyllorchis acuminata, Aphyllorchis alpina, Aphyllorchis angustipetala, Aphyllorchis anomala, Aphyllorchis arfakensis, Aphyllorchis caudata, Aphyllorchis elata, Aphyllorchis evrardii, Aphyllorchis exilis, Aphyllorchis gollanii, Aphyllorchis halconensis, Aphyllorchis kemulensis, Aphyllorchis montana, Aphyllorchis pallida, Aphyllorchis queenslandica, Aphyllorchis siantanensis, Aphyllorchis simplex, Aphyllorchis spiculaea, Aphyllorchis striata, Aphyllorchis sumatrana,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-12758: Based on the initial data import
Alick William Dockrill (1915-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dockrill' in the authors string.