Microtis atrata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atrata
ID:
244957
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Sketch Veg. Swan R. : 54 (1840)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244289
Common Names
- Microtis atrata
- Atrata Microtis
- Microtis
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- Microtis minutiflora F.Muell. [unknown]
- Microtidium atratum (Lindl.) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
- Microtis atrata viridula Rchb.f. [unknown]
Description
Microtis atrata (also called 'Black Microtis', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Microtis atrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Microtis atrata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microtis atrata is a slow-growing perennial that is best propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a warm, humid environment. The perennial should be fertilized regularly and kept in partial shade.
Where to Find Microtis atrata
Microtis atrata can be found in Australia.
Microtis atrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microtis atrata?
Microtis atrata
What is the common name of Microtis atrata?
Black Onion Orchid
What is the flowering period of Microtis atrata?
Late Winter to Spring
Species in the Microtis genus
Microtis alba, Microtis angusii, Microtis arenaria, Microtis atrata, Microtis brownii, Microtis eremaea, Microtis familiaris, Microtis globula, Microtis graniticola, Microtis media, Microtis oblonga, Microtis oligantha, Microtis orbicularis, Microtis parviflora, Microtis pulchella, Microtis rara, Microtis unifolia, Microtis eremicola, Microtis quadrata, Microtis cupularis, Microtis alboviridis, Microtis gracilenta,
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-128183: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.