Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cardiostigma
ID:
289116

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Cooper

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 21: 97 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288448



Common Names

  • Heart-stigma Greenhood
  • Heart-stigma Orchid
  • Heart-stigma Spider Orchid


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Description

Pterostylis cardiostigma (also called Heart-marked 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 cardiostigma has been used for ornamental purposes in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis cardiostigma 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 cardiostigma

Pterostylis cardiostigma can be found in Australia, in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Pterostylis cardiostigma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterostylis cardiostigma?

Pterostylis cardiostigma

What is the natural habitat of Pterostylis cardiostigma?

Pterostylis cardiostigma is native to Australia.

What are the uses of Pterostylis cardiostigma?

Pterostylis cardiostigma is used for medicinal purposes and as an ornamental plant.

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-170523: Based on the initial data import
Dorothy Cooper (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Cooper' in the authors string.