Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lavarackianus
ID:
808441

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.L.Jones) Lavarack

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 7: 385 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000807775



Common Names

  • Arthrochilus lavarackianus
  • Lavarackianus Arthrochilus
  • Arthrochilus Lavarackianus


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Description

Arthrochilus lavarackianus (also called Lavarack's Arthrochilus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Australia. It has long, thin leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in humid forests, and can be found in elevations up to 1,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Arthrochilus lavarackianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arthrochilus lavarackianus has a small, yellow flower. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arthrochilus lavarackianus is a bulbous perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Arthrochilus lavarackianus

Arthrochilus lavarackianus is native to tropical Africa, from Angola to Mozambique. It is found in moist and wet forests, at elevations of up to 1,200 m.

Arthrochilus lavarackianus FAQ

What is the common name of Arthrochilus lavarackianus?

Lavarack's Arthrochilus

What is the scientific name of Lavarack's Arthrochilus?

Arthrochilus lavarackianus

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Orchidaceae

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-346016: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Peter S. Lavarack: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavarack' in the authors string.