Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nana
ID:
289194

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 327 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288526



Common Names

  • Nana Greenhood
  • Nana Orchid
  • Nana Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pterostylis celans Rupp [unknown]
  • Linguella nana (R.Br.) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
  • Pterostylis nana typica Domin [unknown]

Description

Pterostylis nana (also called Dwarf Greenhood, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with small, green, hooded flowers. It is native to Australia, and is usually found in grasslands, woodlands and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Pale greenish-brown, with a darker greenish-brown labellum. Seed: Brown, oval-shaped. Seedlings: Green, with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis nana 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 nana

Pterostylis nana is found in New South Wales and Victoria.

Pterostylis nana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterostylis nana?

Pterostylis nana

What is the common name of Pterostylis nana?

Dwarf Greenhood Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Pterostylis nana?

Pterostylis nana is native to Australia and grows in moist, shady areas.

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-170595: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.