Calochilus robertsonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robertsonii
ID:
779778
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 315 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779111
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Calochilus robertsonii (also called Robertson's Calochilus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Australia, where it grows in dry forests. It is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves and tubular, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Mussatia venezuelensis is a popular ornamental plant, often planted in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Calochilus robertsonii are white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Calochilus robertsonii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. It is best to keep the soil moist but not wet. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Calochilus robertsonii
Calochilus robertsonii is found in the eastern states of Australia.
Species in the Calochilus genus
Calochilus ammobius, Calochilus caesius, Calochilus cleistanthus, Calochilus imperiosus, Calochilus metallicus, Calochilus russeus, Calochilus caeruleus, Calochilus campestris, Calochilus gracillimus, Calochilus grandiflorus, Calochilus herbaceus, Calochilus holtzei, Calochilus neocaledonicus, Calochilus paludosus, Calochilus psednus, Calochilus richae, Calochilus robertsonii, Calochilus montanus, Calochilus praealtus, Calochilus pruinosus, Calochilus pulchellus, Calochilus sandrae, Calochilus stramenicola, Calochilus therophilus, Calochilus uliginosus, Calochilus platychilus, Calochilus kalaru,
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-31765: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.