Status:
valid
Authors:
Hopper & A.P.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 20: 264 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808509
Common Names
- Confluent Drakaea
- Confluent Drakaea
- Confluent Drakaea
Description
Drakaea confluens (also called Confluent 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 confluens 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 confluens is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Drakaea confluens 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 confluens
Drakaea confluens is native to Australia.
Drakaea confluens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Drakaea confluens?
Drakaea confluens
What is the natural habitat of Drakaea confluens?
Grassy woodland and heathland
What is the flowering period of Drakaea confluens?
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,