Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
parviflora
ID:
289213

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288545



Common Names

  • Parviflora Greenhood
  • Parviflora Orchid
  • Parviflora Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pterostylis whitei F.M.Bailey [unknown]
  • Speculantha parviflora (R.Br.) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]

Description

Pterostylis parviflora (also called Small Greenhood, among many other common names) is a terrestrial, perennial, deciduous, herb with an underground tuber. It is native to Australia and is found in grassland, open forest and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis parviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterostylis parviflora is small and green with a white labellum. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis parviflora 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 parviflora

Pterostylis parviflora is found in New South Wales and Victoria.

Pterostylis parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterostylis parviflora?

Pterostylis parviflora

What is the common name of Pterostylis parviflora?

Small-flowered Greenhood Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Pterostylis parviflora?

Pterostylis parviflora 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-170612: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.