Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ammobius
ID:
343974

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones & B.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Orchadian 14: 85 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000343306



Common Names

  • Calochilus ammobius
  • Bearded Calochilus
  • Bearded Helmet Orchid


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Description

Calochilus ammobius (also called Ammobius Beard Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid found in Australia. It has a single leaf and a single flower on a stem that can reach up to 30 cm in height. The flower has a deep red lip and white petals. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including heathlands, woodlands and sandplains.

Uses & Benefits

Calochilus ammobius is an ornamental plant that is used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calochilus ammobius has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calochilus ammobius is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a warm, humid environment. It can be propagated by division. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Calochilus ammobius

Calochilus ammobius can be found in Australia.

Calochilus ammobius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calochilus ammobius?

Calochilus ammobius

What is the common name of Calochilus ammobius?

Hairy Beard Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Calochilus ammobius?

It is found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforests

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-223433: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Bruce Gray (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Gray' in the authors string.