Status:
valid
Authors:
Hopper & A.P.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 20: 262 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808508
Common Names
- Colorful Drakaea
- Colorful Drakaea
- Colorful Drakaea
Description
Drakaea concolor (also called Pale 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 concolor 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 concolor is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Drakaea concolor can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-draining medium.
Where to Find Drakaea concolor
Drakaea concolor is native to Australia.
Drakaea concolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Drakaea concolor?
Drakaea concolor
What is the natural habitat of Drakaea concolor?
Grassy woodland and heathland
What is the flowering period of Drakaea concolor?
August to October
Species in the Drakaea genus
Drakaea andrewsiae,
Drakaea concolor,
Drakaea confluens,
Drakaea gracilis,
Drakaea isolata,
Drakaea micrantha,
Drakaea elastica,
Drakaea glyptodon,
Drakaea livida,
Drakaea thynniphila,
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,