Status:
valid
Authors:
Jeanes
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 19: 50 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572292
Common Names
- Thelymitra peniculata
- Peniculate Sun Orchid
- Peniculate Sun Orchid Peniculata
Description
Thelymitra peniculata (also called Peniculate Sun Orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and bright yellow flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Thelymitra peniculata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thelymitra peniculata has blue flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow leaves. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thelymitra peniculata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Thelymitra peniculata
Thelymitra peniculata is native to Australia and is found in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, and Western Australia.
Thelymitra peniculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thelymitra peniculata?
Thelymitra peniculata
What type of plant is Thelymitra peniculata?
Herbaceous perennial
Where is Thelymitra peniculata native to?
Tropical Africa
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.