Thelymitra cyanapicata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cyanapicata
ID:
572897
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jeanes
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 19: 40 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572229
Common Names
- Thelymitra cyanapicata
- Blue-Tipped Thelymitra
- Cyanapicata Thelymitra
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thelymitra cyanapicata (also called Blue-spotted 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 cyanapicata 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 cyanapicata is a small, white flower with 4 petals and 4 sepals. The seed of Thelymitra cyanapicata is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Thelymitra cyanapicata are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thelymitra cyanapicata is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or by division. When growing from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a sterile, well-draining medium such as perlite or vermiculite. The seedlings should be kept moist and in bright, indirect light. When propagating by division, it is best to divide the clumps in the spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium and kept moist until they become established.
Where to Find Thelymitra cyanapicata
Thelymitra cyanapicata is native to Australia, and can be found in wetland habitats in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Thelymitra cyanapicata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thelymitra cyanapicata?
Thelymitra cyanapicata
What type of plant is Thelymitra cyanapicata?
It is an orchid
Where is Thelymitra cyanapicata 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-268334: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey A. Jeanes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeanes' in the authors string.