Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 9: 208 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288530
Common Names
- Novoguineensis Greenhood
- Novoguineensis Orchid
- Novoguineensis Spider Orchid
Description
Pterostylis novoguineensis (also called New Guinea 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 novoguineensis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pterostylis novoguineensis 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 novoguineensis
Pterostylis novoguineensis is found in New South Wales and Victoria.
Pterostylis novoguineensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pterostylis novoguineensis?
Pterostylis novoguineensis
What is the common name of Pterostylis novoguineensis?
New Guinea Greenhood Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Pterostylis novoguineensis?
Pterostylis novoguineensis is native to New Guinea 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,