Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
helonomos
ID:
809276

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hopper & A.P.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 16: 45 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808610



Common Names

  • Eriochilus helonomos
  • Helonomos Eriochilus
  • Eriochilus Helonomos


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Description

Eriochilus helonomos (also called 'Marsh Mouse-Ear', among many other common names) is an annual herb species native to Australia. It grows up to 30 cm tall, with a rosette of linear leaves up to 10 cm long. The inflorescence is a terminal spike, with several small, white flowers. The fruits are small, round, and black.

Uses & Benefits

Eriochilus helonomos is a popular ornamental plant that can be used to add a splash of color to any garden. It is also known to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriochilus helonomos has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green lip. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and two small, opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriochilus helonomos is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizome. It prefers well-draining, sandy soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Eriochilus helonomos

Eriochilus helonomos is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.

Eriochilus helonomos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriochilus helonomos?

Eriochilus helonomos

What type of plant is Eriochilus helonomos?

It is a herb

Where is Eriochilus helonomos found?

It is found in 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-346847: 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.