Status:
valid
Authors:
D.L.Jones
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 5: 82 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808490
Common Names
- Unique Diuris
- Unique Diuris
- Unique Diuris
Description
Diuris unica (also called Unique Donkey Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including moist grasslands, heaths, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Diuris unica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. It is also used to make medicinal teas and tinctures for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diuris unica is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diuris unica is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate. It prefers well-drained soil in a sunny position and can be propagated from seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and the divisions should be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Diuris unica
Diuris unica is native to Australia.
Diuris unica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diuris unica?
Diuris unica
What is the natural habitat of Diuris unica?
Grassy woodland and heathland
What is the flowering period of Diuris unica?
August to October
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,