Thelymitra atronitida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atronitida
ID:
323623
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jeanes
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 14: 91 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322955
Common Names
- Thelymitra atronitida
- Atronitida Thelymitra
- Atronitida's Thelymitra
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thelymitra atronitida (also called the Black Sun Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Australia and New Zealand. It is a small to medium-sized plant with a single leaf and a single flower. The flowers are usually dark purple or black in color with yellow or white markings. It grows in open grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Thelymitra atronitida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a groundcover, and as a rock garden plant. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thelymitra atronitida has a yellow flower with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thelymitra atronitida is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division in spring or autumn. Division is the easiest method of propagation, as it is a fast-growing plant. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, light soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a sunny position.
Where to Find Thelymitra atronitida
Thelymitra atronitida can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Thelymitra atronitida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thelymitra atronitida?
Thelymitra atronitida
What is the common name of Thelymitra atronitida?
Dark Sun Orchid
What are the uses of Thelymitra atronitida?
Thelymitra atronitida is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal herb.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-203717: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey A. Jeanes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeanes' in the authors string.