Microtis brownii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brownii
ID:
244962
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Beitr. Syst. Pflanzenk. : 24 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244294
Common Names
- Microtis brownii
- Brownii Microtis
- Microtis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Microtis truncata R.S.Rogers [unknown]
Description
Microtis brownii (also called 'Brown's 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 brownii 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 brownii 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 brownii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Microtis brownii
Microtis brownii can be found in Australia.
Microtis brownii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microtis brownii?
Microtis brownii
What is the common name of Microtis brownii?
Brown Onion Orchid
What is the flowering period of Microtis brownii?
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-128188: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.