Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lucida
ID:
572938

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jeanes

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 19: 70 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572270



Common Names

  • Thelymitra Lucida
  • Lucida's Thelymitra
  • Lucida Thelymitra


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Description

Thelymitra lucida (also called 'Lucida Sun Orchid' and 'Lucida Thelymitra', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Australia and New Zealand. It is a small, terrestrial plant with long, thin, curved leaves and small, yellow-green flowers with purple stripes. It grows in open, sunny areas, often in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Thelymitra lucida is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its bright blue-purple flowers and its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thelymitra lucida 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Thelymitra lucida is a terrestrial orchid that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Thelymitra lucida

Thelymitra lucida is found in Australia.

Thelymitra lucida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thelymitra lucida?

Thelymitra lucida

What are the common names of Thelymitra lucida?

Sun orchid

What is the natural habitat of Thelymitra lucida?

It is native to 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-268338: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey A. Jeanes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeanes' in the authors string.