Thelymitra frenchii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
frenchii
ID:
572916
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jeanes
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 19: 66 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572248
Common Names
- Thelymitra Frenchii
- Frenchii's Thelymitra
- Frenchii Thelymitra
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thelymitra frenchii (also called Frenchii Thelymitra, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 8 m tall. It is found in moist forests, along rivers, and in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Thelymitra frenchii is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its bright blue flowers and its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thelymitra frenchii has a flower that is blue to purple in color and has a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thelymitra frenchii 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 frenchii
Thelymitra frenchii is found in Australia.
Thelymitra frenchii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thelymitra frenchii?
Thelymitra frenchii
What is the natural habitat of Thelymitra frenchii?
Tropical rainforests
What are the common uses of Thelymitra frenchii?
Ornamental plant, medicinal uses
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-268336: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey A. Jeanes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeanes' in the authors string.