Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
divaricata
ID:
1318470

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.L.Jones & L.M.Copel.) L.M.Copel. & D.L.Jones

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 81(6): 63 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330924



Common Names

  • Pterostylis Divaricata
  • Divaricata Pterostylis
  • Divaricata's Pterostylis


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Description

Pterostylis divaricata (also called Spreading Greenhood, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It has a single leaf and a single flower with white petals and a yellow labellum. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis divaricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterostylis divaricata has a white flower with a green labellum and a long, curved spur. Its seed is a small, black, globular capsule. The seedlings have two, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis divaricata is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It can be propagated from seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers a cool, moist environment and should be protected from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Pterostylis divaricata

Pterostylis divaricata is native to the temperate forests of Australia.

Pterostylis divaricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterostylis divaricata?

Pterostylis divaricata

What is the family of Pterostylis divaricata?

Orchidaceae

Where is Pterostylis divaricata 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

David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Lachlan Mackenzie Copeland (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Copel.' in the authors string.