Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
crinita
ID:
323640

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Sketch Veg. Swan R. : 49 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322972



Common Names

  • Crinita Sun Orchid
  • Crinita Sun Orchid
  • Crinita Sun Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Thelymitra ovata F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Thelymitra crinita (also called Hairy Sun Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Australia. It has a single, erect, linear, grass-like leaf and a single, yellow flower with a dark red or purple center. It grows in grassy areas, open woodlands, and coastal heaths.

Uses & Benefits

Thelymitra crinita 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 crinita has a flower with a yellowish-green perianth and a dark blue to purple labellum. The seed is a small, black, ellipsoid capsule. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thelymitra crinita is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizome. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a sunny position. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. In the winter, the plant should be kept dry and cool.

Where to Find Thelymitra crinita

Thelymitra crinita can be found in Australia, particularly in the south-west of Western Australia.

Thelymitra crinita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thelymitra crinita?

Thelymitra crinita

What is the common name of Thelymitra crinita?

Crinoid Sun Orchid

What are the uses of Thelymitra crinita?

Thelymitra crinita 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-203732: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.