Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
xerophila
ID:
289297

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.A.Clem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Fl. S. Austral. 4: 2130 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288629



Common Names

  • Xerophila Greenhood
  • Xerophila Hood Orchid
  • Xerophila Shell Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Oligochaetochilus xerophilus (M.A.Clem.) Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Pterostylis xerophila (also called Xerophytic Greenhood, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a single green and white flower. It is native to Australia and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis xerophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in landscaping and as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterostylis xerophila has a single, greenish-brown flower with a white labellum and a yellow-green sinus. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis xerophila can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into several smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Pterostylis xerophila

Pterostylis xerophila is found in wetter areas of Australia, including Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania.

Pterostylis xerophila FAQ

What are the requirements for Pterostylis xerophila to thrive?

Pterostylis xerophila requires moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position.

What is the best way to propagate Pterostylis xerophila?

Pterostylis xerophila can be propagated from seed or by division.

What is the ideal temperature for Pterostylis xerophila?

Pterostylis xerophila prefers temperatures between 10-25 degrees Celsius.

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-170689: Based on the initial data import
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.