Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
heteroaustralis
ID:
1326222

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 122(1305, Suppl.): 17 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338676





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Description

Spiranthes heteroaustralis (also called Heteroaustralis Spiranthes, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Mexico. It has a slender stem and grows up to 20 cm tall. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Spiranthes heteroaustralis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in rock gardens. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spiranthes heteroaustralis is white and has a waxy texture. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spiranthes heteroaustralis is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a pot or in the ground.

Where to Find Spiranthes heteroaustralis

Spiranthes heteroaustralis is native to Australia and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Spiranthes heteroaustralis FAQ

What are the common names of Spiranthes heteroaustralis?

Southern Fragrant Ladies' Tresses

What type of soil does Spiranthes heteroaustralis prefer?

Spiranthes heteroaustralis prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much sunlight does Spiranthes heteroaustralis need?

Spiranthes heteroaustralis needs full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Spiranthes genus

Spiranthes aestivalis, Spiranthes australis, Spiranthes brevilabris, Spiranthes casei, Spiranthes cernua, Spiranthes delitescens, Spiranthes diluvialis, Spiranthes flexuosa, Spiranthes graminea, Spiranthes hongkongensis, Spiranthes infernalis, Spiranthes intermedia, Spiranthes lacera, Spiranthes laciniata, Spiranthes longilabris, Spiranthes lucida, Spiranthes magnicamporum, Spiranthes nebulorum, Spiranthes ochroleuca, Spiranthes odorata, Spiranthes ovalis, Spiranthes porrifolia, Spiranthes praecox, Spiranthes pusilla, Spiranthes romanzoffiana, Spiranthes simpsonii, Spiranthes sinensis, Spiranthes spiralis, Spiranthes suishanensis, Spiranthes torta, Spiranthes triloba, Spiranthes tuberosa, Spiranthes vernalis, Spiranthes zahlbruckneri, Spiranthes eatonii, Spiranthes eamesii, Spiranthes sylvatica, Spiranthes sunii, Spiranthes stellata, Spiranthes heteroaustralis,

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

Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.