Microtis rara - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rara
ID:
244995
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 321 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244327
Common Names
- Microtis rara
- Rara Microtis
- Microtis
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- Microtis magnadenia R.S.Rogers [unknown]
- Microtis unifolia rara (R.Br.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
Description
Microtis rara (also called Rare Onion Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Australia and New Zealand. It has a single, erect, linear, green leaf and up to 10 white to pinkish flowers. It grows in open forests, grasslands, and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Microtis rara 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 rara 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 rara 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 rara
Microtis rara can be found in Australia.
Microtis rara FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microtis rara?
Microtis rara
What is the common name of Microtis rara?
Rare Onion Orchid
What is the flowering period of Microtis rara?
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-128217: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.