Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gardneri
ID:
296933

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.S.Rogers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Soc. Western Australia 15: 1 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296265



Common Names

  • Gardneri Rhizanthella
  • Rhizanthella gardneri
  • Rhizanthella


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Description

Rhizanthella gardneri (also called Underground Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Australia, and it grows in temperate grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Rhizanthella gardneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhizanthella gardneri is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Rhizanthella gardneri: This species is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a sunny position. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Rhizanthella gardneri

Rhizanthella gardneri is found in Western Australia.

Rhizanthella gardneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhizanthella gardneri?

Rhizanthella gardneri

What is the common name of Rhizanthella gardneri?

Gardneri Rhizanthella

What is the natural habitat of Rhizanthella gardneri?

Rhizanthella gardneri is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Species in the Rhizanthella genus

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,

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