Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
serratus
ID:
232249

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 393 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231580



Common Names

  • Lyperanthus Serratus
  • Serratus Lyperanthus
  • Serratus


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Synonyms

  • Caladenia serrata Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Lyperanthus serratus (also called Common Lyperanthus, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous perennial plant with a rosette of leaves and a single, bell-shaped, white flower. It is native to New South Wales and Victoria, Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lyperanthus serratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lyperanthus serratus is small, white and has a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shape. The seedlings are small, thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lyperanthus serratus is a small, evergreen, rhizomatous perennial that grows in clumps. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade and can tolerate full sun. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Lyperanthus serratus

Lyperanthus serratus is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Lyperanthus serratus FAQ

What is the maximum height of Lyperanthus serratus?

Lyperanthus serratus can reach heights of up to 2 meters.

What type of soil does Lyperanthus serratus prefer?

Lyperanthus serratus prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What type of climate does Lyperanthus serratus prefer?

Lyperanthus serratus prefers a warm, humid climate.

Species in the Lyperanthus genus

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-116083: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.