Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
petrophila
ID:
1323138

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jeanes

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 31: 10 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335592



Common Names

  • Petrophila Sun Orchid
  • Petrophila Thelymitra
  • Petrophila Thelymitra Orchid


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Description

Thelymitra petrophila (also called Rock-dwelling 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 rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Thelymitra petrophila 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 petrophila is a small, yellowish-green spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis. The seedlings are short, with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thelymitra petrophila 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 petrophila

Thelymitra petrophila is found in Western Australia, South Australia, and Victoria.

Thelymitra petrophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thelymitra petrophila?

Thelymitra petrophila

What is the family of Thelymitra petrophila?

Orchidaceae

What is the native range of Thelymitra petrophila?

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.