Status:
valid
Authors:
Hopper & A.P.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 20: 273 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808511
Common Names
- Isolated Drakaea
- Isolated Drakaea
- Isolated Drakaea
Description
Drakaea isolata (also called Isolated 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 isolata 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 isolata is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Drakaea isolata 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 isolata
Drakaea isolata is native to Australia.
Drakaea isolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Drakaea isolata?
Drakaea isolata
What is the natural habitat of Drakaea isolata?
Grassy woodland and heathland
What is the flowering period of Drakaea isolata?
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,