Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
refracta
ID:
1323625

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 78(3): 35 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336079


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Description

Diuris refracta (also called Refracta Diuris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Western Australia. It has long, thin leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Diuris refracta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are also used as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diuris refracta has yellow flowers with a dark centre. The flowers are held in clusters of up to 10. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diuris refracta is an epiphytic orchid native to Australia. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium and kept moist until they have established.

Where to Find Diuris refracta

Diuris refracta can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, including France, Italy, and Spain.

Diuris refracta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diuris refracta?

Diuris refracta

What is the common name of Diuris refracta?

Refracted Diuris

Where is Diuris refracta found?

It is found in 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,

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.