Microtis cupularis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cupularis
ID:
836712
Status:
valid
Authors:
(D.L.Jones & G.Brockman) A.P.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 16: 473 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836047
Common Names
- Cupularis Microtis
- Microtis Cupularis
- Microtis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microtis cupularis (also called Common Onion Orchid, among many other common names) is a small terrestrial orchid that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia, and it prefers wet, open forests, grasslands, and wetlands.
Uses & Benefits
Microtis cupularis is an attractive ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a ground cover or in containers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Microtis cupularis has small white flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microtis cupularis is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Microtis cupularis
Microtis cupularis is native to Australia and can be found in the Eucalyptus forest.
Microtis cupularis FAQ
What is the common name of Microtis cupularis?
The common name of Microtis cupularis is the Cupular Microtis.
What is the natural habitat of Microtis cupularis?
The natural habitat of Microtis cupularis is the tropical forests of South America.
What is the flower color of Microtis cupularis?
The flowers of Microtis cupularis are white or yellowish-green in color.
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-373326: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Andrew Phillip Brown (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Br.' in the authors string.
Garry Brockman (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Brockman' in the authors string.