Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
reflexa
ID:
807342

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jeanes

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 21: 89 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806676



Common Names

  • Thelymitra reflexa
  • Reflex Thelymitra
  • Reflex Sun Orchid


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Description

Thelymitra reflexa (also called 'Reflexed Sun Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Australia. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands, growing at elevations between 500 and 1,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Thelymitra reflexa has no known non-medical uses or benefits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thelymitra reflexa has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in groups of three. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black in color. The seedlings have a single, upright stem with two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thelymitra reflexa is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Thelymitra reflexa

Thelymitra reflexa is native to Australia, from Queensland to Western Australia. It is found in moist and wet forests, at elevations of up to 1,200 m.

Thelymitra reflexa FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Thelymitra reflexa?

Thelymitra reflexa is found in open woodlands and grasslands in Australia.

What is the flower color of Thelymitra reflexa?

The flowers of Thelymitra reflexa are blue or purple.

What is the size of Thelymitra reflexa?

Thelymitra reflexa is a small plant, reaching up to 15 cm in height.

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-344932: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey A. Jeanes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeanes' in the authors string.