Pterostylis anatona - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anatona
ID:
503933
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.L.Jones
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Orchadian 12: 245 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503265
Common Names
- Pterostylis anatona
- Anatona Pterostylis
- Anatona Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pterostylis anatona (also called Anatona Pterostylis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid with a single, fleshy, leathery leaf. It is native to tropical regions of South and Central America, and is found in humid forests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pterostylis anatona is a small terrestrial orchid that is native to Australia. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pterostylis anatona is small and white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pterostylis anatona is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of a wide range of soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedling mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots. Place the cuttings in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist.
Where to Find Pterostylis anatona
Pterostylis anatona is native to Australia.
Pterostylis anatona FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pterostylis anatona?
Pterostylis anatona
What type of plant is Pterostylis anatona?
Orchid
Where does Pterostylis anatona grow?
Eastern 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-259891: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.