Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
viridis
ID:
572969

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jeanes

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 19: 36 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572301



Common Names

  • Thelymitra viridis
  • Green Sun Orchid
  • Green Sun Orchid Viridis


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Description

Thelymitra viridis (also called Green 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 viridis is used for making furniture, firewood, and charcoal. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thelymitra viridis is a deep blue or purple, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thelymitra viridis 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 viridis

Thelymitra viridis is native to Australia and is found in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, and Western Australia.

Thelymitra viridis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thelymitra viridis?

Thelymitra viridis

What type of plant is Thelymitra viridis?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Thelymitra viridis 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-268341: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey A. Jeanes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeanes' in the authors string.