Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
abrupta
ID:
1333137

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.J.Bates

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 81(2): 51 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345591



Common Names

  • Thelymitra Abrupta
  • Abrupta Thelymitra
  • Abrupta's Thelymitra


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Description

Thelymitra abrupta (also called Abrupt Thelymitra, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with long, thin leaves and small, purple flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in grasslands and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Thelymitra abrupta is a native Australian plant that is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thelymitra abrupta is blue and has three petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thelymitra abrupta is a hardy, terrestrial orchid species native to Australia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate in the home garden. It prefers a sunny location with well-draining soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Thelymitra abrupta

Thelymitra abrupta is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Thelymitra abrupta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thelymitra abrupta?

Thelymitra abrupta

What color are the flowers of Thelymitra abrupta?

Blue

What is the natural habitat of Thelymitra abrupta?

Grassy slopes and meadows

Species in the Thelymitra genus

Thelymitra aemula, Thelymitra aggericola, Thelymitra angustifolia, Thelymitra antennifera, Thelymitra apiculata, Thelymitra arenaria, Thelymitra aristata, Thelymitra atronitida, Thelymitra azurea, Thelymitra benthamiana, Thelymitra campanulata, Thelymitra canaliculata, Thelymitra carnea, Thelymitra chasmogama, Thelymitra circumsepta, Thelymitra colensoi, Thelymitra cornicina, Thelymitra crinita, Thelymitra cucullata, Thelymitra cyanea, Thelymitra dedmaniarum, Thelymitra dentata, Thelymitra epipactoides, Thelymitra erosa, Thelymitra flexuosa, Thelymitra forbesii, Thelymitra formosa, Thelymitra fragrans, Thelymitra fuscolutea, Thelymitra graminea, Thelymitra grandiflora, Thelymitra granitora, Thelymitra gregaria, Thelymitra hatchii, Thelymitra hiemalis, Thelymitra holmesii, Thelymitra imbricata, Thelymitra improcera, Thelymitra irregularis, Thelymitra ixioides, Thelymitra javanica, Thelymitra jonesii, Thelymitra juncifolia, Thelymitra latiloba, Thelymitra longifolia, Thelymitra longiloba, Thelymitra luteocilium, Thelymitra mackibbinii, Thelymitra macmillanii, Thelymitra macrophylla,

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

Robert J. Bates (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.Bates' in the authors string.