Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
elastica
ID:
946423

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Sketch Veg. Swan R. : 56 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000945761



Common Names

  • Elastica Drakaea
  • Elastic Drakaea
  • Elastic Orchid


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Description

Drakaea elastica (also called Hammer Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to southwestern Australia. It is a small plant, with a single leaf and a single flower. The flower has a long, thin labellum with a yellowish-green color and a red tip. It is found in sandy soils in shrubland and heathland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Drakaea elastica is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Australia. It is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Drakaea elastica is a small, yellow-colored bloom with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drakaea elastica is a species of orchid native to Australia. It is an epiphytic orchid and can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in partial shade. The soil should be well-draining and kept moist but not soggy. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Drakaea elastica

Drakaea elastica can be found in the south-western parts of Australia.

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-64182: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.