Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
torquata
ID:
504034

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Orchadian 12: 251 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503366



Common Names

  • Pterostylis Torquata
  • Torquata Pterostylis
  • Pterostylis Pterostylis


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Synonyms

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

Description

Pterostylis torquata (also called 'Collared Greenhood', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Australia. It is a terrestrial orchid with a rosette of leaves and a single flower on a short stem. The flower is green and white, with a curved labellum and a long, thin spur. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands, typically growing in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis torquata is a small terrestrial orchid that is native to Australia. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterostylis torquata is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis torquata is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of a wide range of soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedling mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots. Place the cuttings in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist.

Where to Find Pterostylis torquata

Pterostylis torquata is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pterostylis torquata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterostylis torquata?

Pterostylis torquata

What type of plant is Pterostylis torquata?

Orchid

Where does Pterostylis torquata grow?

Eastern Australia

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-259903: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.