Microtis eremaea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eremaea
ID:
244965
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.J.Bates
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 17: 119 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244297
Common Names
- Microtis eremaea
- Eremaea Microtis
- Microtis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microtis eremaea (also called the Slender Onion Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Australia. It has a single leaf and a single flower on a thin stem. It is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, open woodlands, and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Microtis eremaea 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 eremaea 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 eremaea 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 eremaea
Microtis eremaea can be found in Australia.
Microtis eremaea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microtis eremaea?
Microtis eremaea
What is the common name of Microtis eremaea?
Western Onion Orchid
What is the flowering period of Microtis eremaea?
Spring to Summer
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-128190: Based on the initial data import
Robert J. Bates (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.Bates' in the authors string.