Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
systena
ID:
1321668

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones & L.M.Copel.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Orchadian 17: 206 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334122



Common Names

  • Diuris Systena
  • Systena Diuris
  • Systena Orchid


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Description

Diuris systena (also called Yellow-winged Diuris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Australia and is found in grasslands and woodlands. It has a tuberous root system and produces yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Diuris systena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used for decoration in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diuris systena is yellow, with a white center. The seed is small, round and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diuris systena is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is best grown in a well-drained medium that is composed of equal parts of peat moss, perlite, and sand. The medium should be kept moist but not wet. The plant should be grown in bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C). Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Diuris systena

Diuris systena is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Diuris systena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diuris systena?

Diuris systena

What is the family of Diuris systena?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Diuris systena?

Grassy woodlands

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.
Lachlan Mackenzie Copeland (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Copel.' in the authors string.