Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
andrewsiae
ID:
809173

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hopper & A.P.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 20: 261 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808507



Common Names

  • Andrewsiae Drakaea
  • Andrewsiae Drakaea
  • Andrewsiae Drakaea


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Description

Drakaea andrewsiae (also called Andrew's Hammer 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

Drakaea andrewsiae 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 Drakaea andrewsiae is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drakaea andrewsiae is a terrestrial orchid native to Western Australia. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizome. It prefers well-draining, sandy soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Drakaea andrewsiae

Drakaea andrewsiae is native to Australia.

Drakaea andrewsiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drakaea andrewsiae?

Drakaea andrewsiae

What is the natural habitat of Drakaea andrewsiae?

Grassy woodland and heathland

What is the flowering period of Drakaea andrewsiae?

August to October

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-346742: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Hopper (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hopper' in the authors string.
Andrew Phillip Brown (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Br.' in the authors string.