Thelymitra brevifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevifolia
ID:
572886
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jeanes
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 19: 30 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572218
Common Names
- Thelymitra brevifolia
- Short-Leaved Thelymitra
- Brevifolia Thelymitra
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thelymitra brevifolia (also called Short-leaved Sun Orchid, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to Australia. It grows up to 30 cm in height and has white flowers. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Thelymitra brevifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thelymitra brevifolia is a small, white flower with 4 petals and 4 sepals. The seed of Thelymitra brevifolia is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Thelymitra brevifolia are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thelymitra brevifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It is a low-growing plant, growing to a height of 10-20 cm. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the fall in a sheltered location. Division can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Thelymitra brevifolia
Thelymitra brevifolia is native to Australia, and can be found in wetland habitats in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Thelymitra brevifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thelymitra brevifolia?
Thelymitra brevifolia
What type of plant is Thelymitra brevifolia?
It is an orchid
Where is Thelymitra brevifolia found?
It is found in Australia
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-268333: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey A. Jeanes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeanes' in the authors string.