Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
laevis
ID:
945660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fitzg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 17: 495 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000944998



Common Names

  • Diuris Laevis
  • Smooth Diuris
  • Laevis Diuris


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Description

Diuris laevis (also called Common Smooth-leaved Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with yellow and brown flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in heathland, woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Diuris laevis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and it is also used in floral arrangements. It has a pleasant scent and is a great addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diuris laevis has yellow flowers with a brownish-purple centre. The flowers are borne on a single stem and have a long, thin seedpod. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diuris laevis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can be grown in pots or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Diuris laevis

Diuris laevis can be found in the south-west of Western 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,

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