Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fitzgeraldii
ID:
304170

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 7: 115 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303502



Common Names

  • Fitzgeraldii Sarcochilus
  • Sarcochilus Fitzgeraldii
  • Fitzgeraldii Sarcochilus


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Synonyms

  • Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii aemulus Rupp [unknown]
  • Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii albus Hort. ex W.Schmidt [unknown]
  • Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii aemulus (Rupp) M.Wolff & O.Gruss [unknown]
  • Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii albus (W.Schmidt) M.Wolff & O.Gruss [unknown]

Description

Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii (also called 'Dwarf Orchid', 'Lip Orchid' and 'Fairy Orchid', among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial orchid with a single, thin stem and a single, large leaf. It is native to Australia and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii has small white flowers with 4 petals and 4 sepals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and short.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by layering.

Where to Find Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii

Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii is found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.

Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii FAQ

What are the common names of Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii?

Fitzgerald's Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii?

Tropical and subtropical rainforests in Australia

What is the typical height of Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii?

Up to 1 meter

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