Status:
valid
Authors:
Jeanes
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 31: 17 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335595
Common Names
- Paludosa Sun Orchid
- Paludosa Thelymitra
- Paludosa Thelymitra Orchid
Description
Thelymitra paludosa (also called Marsh sun orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus and Central Asia. It has delicate, finely divided foliage and small, nodding yellow flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade and is often found in wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Thelymitra paludosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thelymitra paludosa is a small, yellowish-green spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis. The seedlings are short, with narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thelymitra paludosa is a terrestrial orchid that is best propagated by division. To propagate, carefully divide a mature clump of plants and replant in a well-draining soil mix. Water sparingly and keep in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Thelymitra paludosa
Thelymitra paludosa is found in Western Australia.
Thelymitra paludosa FAQ
What is the common name of Thelymitra paludosa?
Marsh Sun Orchid
What is the scientific name of Marsh Sun Orchid?
Thelymitra paludosa
What is the natural habitat of Thelymitra paludosa?
It is found in moist meadows 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
Jeffrey A. Jeanes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeanes' in the authors string.