Thelymitra macrophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
323690
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Sketch Veg. Swan R. : 49 (1840)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323022
Common Names
- Macrophylla Sun Orchid
- Macrophylla Sun Orchid
- Macrophylla Sun Orchid
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Thelymitra macrophylla (also called Large-leaf 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 macrophylla 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 macrophylla has a single flower with a broad, yellowish-green perianth. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings have a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thelymitra macrophylla can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Division is best done in early spring or late fall. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-draining medium.
Where to Find Thelymitra macrophylla
Thelymitra macrophylla is found in Australia, mainly in the south-west of Western Australia.
Thelymitra macrophylla FAQ
What is the common name of Thelymitra macrophylla?
Large-leaf Sun Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Thelymitra macrophylla?
It is found in Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria, and Tasmania.
What is the flowering period of Thelymitra macrophylla?
It flowers from August to October.
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-203778: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.