Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
campestris
ID:
779639

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 320 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000778972



Common Names

  • Calochilus campestris
  • Campestris Calochilus
  • Field Beard Orchid


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Description

Calochilus campestris (also called 'Common Calochilus', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It typically grows to a height of 1.5m and has small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in open woodlands and savannas, as well as in disturbed areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Calochilus campestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in floral arrangements. It has a sweet scent and is known to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calochilus campestris is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calochilus campestris is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Calochilus campestris

Calochilus campestris is native to Australia and can be found in the eastern and northern parts of the continent.

Calochilus campestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calochilus campestris?

Calochilus campestris

What is the family of Calochilus campestris?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Calochilus campestris?

Campestris Calochilus

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-31752: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.