Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
carecta
ID:
1333135

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones & C.J.French

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 81(2): 46 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345589



Common Names

  • Diuris Carecta
  • Carecta Diuris
  • Carecta's Diuris


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Description

Diuris carecta (also called Carecta Diuris, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in grasslands and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Diuris carecta is a species of orchid which is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diuris carecta is yellow and has three petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diuris carecta is a hardy, terrestrial orchid species native to Australia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate in the home garden. It prefers a sunny location with well-draining soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Diuris carecta

Diuris carecta is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Diuris carecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diuris carecta?

Diuris carecta

What color are the flowers of Diuris carecta?

Yellow

What is the natural habitat of Diuris carecta?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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

David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Christopher J. French: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.French' in the authors string.