Pterostylis bicornis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bicornis
ID:
289107
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 98: 124 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288439
Common Names
- Two-horned Greenhood
- Two-horned Orchid
- Two-horned Spider Orchid
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- Petrorchis bicornis (D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem.) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
- Speculantha bicornis (D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem.) D.L.Jones [unknown]
Description
Pterostylis bicornis (also called Two-horned Pterostylis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower stem. It is native to Australia and is found in moist, shady places in forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Pterostylis bicornis has been used for ornamental purposes in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Pterostylis bicornis has a single white flower with a green stripe down the centre of the petals and a reddish-brown labellum. Seed: The seed is small, dark brown and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pterostylis bicornis is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny or semi-shaded position. It can be grown in pots or in the ground, and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It is best to mulch the soil to retain moisture and discourage weeds.
Where to Find Pterostylis bicornis
Pterostylis bicornis can be found in Australia, in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
Pterostylis bicornis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pterostylis bicornis?
Pterostylis bicornis
What is the common name of Pterostylis bicornis?
Two-horned Pterostylis
What is the natural habitat of Pterostylis bicornis?
It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of 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-170515: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.