Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ixioides
ID:
323676

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Nya Handl. 21: 228 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323008



Common Names

  • Ixioides Sun Orchid
  • Ixioides Sun Orchid
  • Ixioides Sun Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Thelymitra iridioides Sieber ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Thelymitra ixioides carnea Guilf. [unknown]
  • Thelymitra lilacina F.Muell. ex Lindl. [unknown]
  • Thelymitra carnea robusta Rodway [unknown]

Description

Thelymitra ixioides (also called Ixia-like Sun Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a single, erect, leafy stem. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodland, grassland and heathland.

Uses & Benefits

Thelymitra ixioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It has a low-growing habit and attractive foliage. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thelymitra ixioides 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 ixioides is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Australia. It is found in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and heathlands. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best done by division, as the plant does not produce seed. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Thelymitra ixioides

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

Thelymitra ixioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thelymitra ixioides?

Thelymitra ixioides

What is the common name of Thelymitra ixioides?

Thelymitra ixioides

What is the natural habitat of Thelymitra ixioides?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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,

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