Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
basaltica
ID:
809147

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 5: 75 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808481



Common Names

  • Basaltic Diuris
  • Basaltic Diuris
  • Basaltic Diuris


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Description

Diuris basaltica (also called Basalt Donkey Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including moist grasslands, heaths, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Diuris basaltica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diuris basaltica has small, white and yellow flowers, small, black seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diuris basaltica is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. Propagation from division is the most reliable method of propagation. Divide the plant in the spring or summer and replant in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the divisions moist and in a warm, bright location until they have established.

Where to Find Diuris basaltica

Diuris basaltica is native to Australia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Diuris basaltica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diuris basaltica?

Diuris basaltica

What is the common name of Diuris basaltica?

Basalt Diuris

What is the natural habitat of Diuris basaltica?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Diuris genus

Diuris byronensis, Diuris callitrophila, Diuris basaltica, Diuris curta, Diuris eborensis, Diuris eburnea, Diuris fucosa, Diuris gregaria, Diuris immaculata, Diuris protena, Diuris unica, Diuris subalpina, Diuris nigromontana, Diuris abbreviata, Diuris aequalis, Diuris alba, Diuris amplissima, Diuris arenaria, Diuris aurea, Diuris behrii, Diuris bracteata, Diuris brevifolia, Diuris brevissima, Diuris brumalis, Diuris carinata, Diuris chrysantha, Diuris chryseopsis, Diuris concinna, Diuris conspicillata, Diuris corymbosa, Diuris cuneata, Diuris curvifolia, Diuris disposita, Diuris drummondii, Diuris emarginata, Diuris exitela, Diuris fastidiosa, Diuris filifolia, Diuris flavescens, Diuris fragrantissima, Diuris fryana, Diuris heberlei, Diuris laevis, Diuris lanceolata, Diuris laxiflora, Diuris longifolia, Diuris luteola, Diuris maculata, Diuris magnifica, Diuris micrantha,

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-346716: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.