Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
diversiflora
ID:
1412059

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.J.Bates) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. Suppl., 125(1319): 59. 2017 [Sep 2017] [Quart. Suppl. Int. Reg. Orchid Hybrids]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424524





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Description

Pterostylis diversiflora (also called 'Common Greenhood', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Australia. It is found in wet meadows, bogs, and damp grasslands, often in acidic soils.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis diversiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterostylis diversiflora is a small, white-green flower with a reddish-brown labellum. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis diversiflora is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix that is high in organic matter. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on the surface of a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Pterostylis diversiflora

Pterostylis diversiflora is native to Australia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Pterostylis diversiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterostylis diversiflora?

Pterostylis diversiflora

What is the family of Pterostylis diversiflora?

Orchidaceae

Where is Pterostylis diversiflora 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

Robert J. Bates (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.Bates' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.