Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
jonesii
ID:
837123

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.N.Backh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist 124: 341 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836458



Common Names

  • Pterostylis jonesii
  • Jonesii Pterostylis
  • Jonesii


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Description

Pterostylis jonesii (also called 'Jones' Pterostylis', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is characterized by its linear leaves and white flowers with green stripes. It is found in coastal areas and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis jonesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterostylis jonesii has small white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis jonesii can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Pterostylis jonesii

Pterostylis jonesii can be found in temperate and subtropical moist lowland forests in Australia.

Pterostylis jonesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterostylis jonesii?

Pterostylis jonesii

What is the natural habitat of Pterostylis jonesii?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What is the flowering season of Pterostylis jonesii?

Spring and summer

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-373737: Based on the initial data import
Gary N. Backhouse: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.N.Backh.' in the authors string.