Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fischii
ID:
289155

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nicholls

Source:
wcs

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist 67: 45 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288487



Common Names

  • Fischii Pterostylis
  • Fisch's Greenhood
  • Fisch's Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Diplodium fischii (Nicholls) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]

Description

Pterostylis fischii (also called the Fisch's Greenhood, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Australia. It has a single, erect, green leaf and a single white and green flower with a long, curved, green labellum. It grows in grassland, woodland and heathland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis fischii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterostylis fischii is white and green with a long, curved labellum. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, thin, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis fischii is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated from seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Pterostylis fischii

Pterostylis fischii can be found in grassy areas and open woodlands in Victoria, Australia.

Pterostylis fischii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterostylis fischii?

Pterostylis fischii

What is the natural habitat of Pterostylis fischii?

Pterostylis fischii is native to Australia.

What are the uses of Pterostylis fischii?

Pterostylis fischii 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,

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