Status:
valid
Authors:
D.L.Jones & C.J.French
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 78(1): 28 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335224
Description
Diuris insignis (also called Striking Diuris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an herbaceous perennial growing up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to Australia, and it is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Diuris insignis is a popular ornamental plant with bright yellow flowers. It is often used in gardens and landscaping for its attractive blooms and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil and light conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diuris insignis has white flowers with yellow centers and a single ring of white petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diuris insignis is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, dig up the clumps of the plant and divide them into smaller clumps. Replant the divided clumps in a sunny or partially shaded location. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a pot filled with moist soil. Place the pot in a warm, sunny location and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate in 2-3 weeks.
Where to Find Diuris insignis
Diuris insignis can be found in the temperate grasslands of Australia.
Diuris insignis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diuris insignis?
Diuris insignis
What type of plant is Diuris insignis?
Orchid
Where is Diuris insignis found?
Australia
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,