Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
faceta
ID:
1412697

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.L.Jones, C.J.French & M.A.Clem.) D.L.Jones & C.J.French

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 83(4): 55. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425162





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Description

Pterostylis faceta (also called Faceted Greenhood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Australia, where it is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, open woodlands, and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis faceta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterostylis faceta is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis faceta is a tropical plant native to Australia. It is an epiphytic plant that grows in moist, humid environments. It can be propagated by division or by stem cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. It is best to keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Pterostylis faceta

Pterostylis faceta is found in Australia, in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Pterostylis faceta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterostylis faceta?

Pterostylis faceta

What is the common name of Pterostylis faceta?

Faceted Pterostylis

What are the uses of Pterostylis faceta?

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

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.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.
Christopher J. French: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.French' in the authors string.