Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
spiralis
ID:
323732

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) F.Muell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Fragm. (Mueller) 5(35): 98. 1865 [Nov 1865]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323064



Common Names

  • Thelymitra Spiralis
  • Spiral Sun Orchid
  • Lilac Sun Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Macdonaldia spiralis Lindl. [unknown]
  • Thelymitra spiralis pallida Nicholls [unknown]
  • Thelymitra spiralis punctata Nicholls [unknown]
  • Thelymitra spiralis scoulerae Nicholls [unknown]

Description

Thelymitra spiralis (also called the Spiral Sun Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Australia and New Zealand. It is a small to medium-sized plant with a single leaf and a single flower. The flowers are usually yellow or purple in color with yellow or white markings. It grows in open grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Thelymitra spiralis is a species of orchid found in Australia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. Its leaves can also be used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thelymitra spiralis has a flower with a deep purple or blue colour, and a yellowish-green centre. The seed is a small, round capsule containing numerous small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thelymitra spiralis is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Thelymitra spiralis

Thelymitra spiralis is found in Australia, mainly in the south-west of Western Australia.

Thelymitra spiralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thelymitra spiralis?

Thelymitra spiralis

What is the common name of Thelymitra spiralis?

Thelymitra spiralis

What is the natural habitat of Thelymitra spiralis?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-203816: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.