Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
allantoidea
ID:
289086

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Rogers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Australia 64: 139 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288418



Common Names

  • Allantoidea Pterostylis
  • Sausage Greenhood
  • Sausage Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Eremorchis allantoidea (R.S.Rogers) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]

Description

Pterostylis allantoidea (also called Allantoidea Pterostylis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the temperate regions of Australia. It has long, thin, pointed leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas such as rainforests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis allantoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterostylis allantoidea is white and green, with a long, curved, hooded dorsal sepal. The seed of Pterostylis allantoidea is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings of Pterostylis allantoidea have a single, long, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis allantoidea is an evergreen perennial native to Australia. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Pterostylis allantoidea

Pterostylis allantoidea can be found in grassy woodland and heathlands in the south-west of Western Australia.

Pterostylis allantoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterostylis allantoidea?

Pterostylis allantoidea

What is the common name of Pterostylis allantoidea?

Allan's greenhood

Where is Pterostylis allantoidea native to?

Australia

Species in the Pterostylis genus

Pterostylis abrupta, Pterostylis aciculiformis, Pterostylis acuminata, Pterostylis aenigma, Pterostylis aestiva, Pterostylis alata, Pterostylis allantoidea, Pterostylis alobula, Pterostylis alpina, Pterostylis alveata, Pterostylis angusta, Pterostylis aphylla, Pterostylis arenicola, Pterostylis areolata, Pterostylis aspera, Pterostylis atrans, Pterostylis atriola, Pterostylis auriculata, Pterostylis australis, Pterostylis banksii, Pterostylis baptistii, Pterostylis barbata, Pterostylis basaltica, Pterostylis bicolor, Pterostylis bicornis, Pterostylis biseta, Pterostylis boormanii, Pterostylis braemii, Pterostylis brumalis, Pterostylis bryophila, Pterostylis bureaviana, Pterostylis calceolus, Pterostylis cardiostigma, Pterostylis caulescens, Pterostylis chaetophora, Pterostylis cheraphila, Pterostylis chlorogramma, Pterostylis ciliata, Pterostylis clavigera, Pterostylis cobarensis, Pterostylis coccina, Pterostylis collina, Pterostylis commutata, Pterostylis concava, Pterostylis concinna, Pterostylis conoglossa, Pterostylis cucullata, Pterostylis curta, Pterostylis cycnocephala, Pterostylis daintreana,

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