Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ghillanyi
ID:
323752

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pabst) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 28: 378 (1980 publ. 1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323084



Common Names

  • Thelyschista Ghillanyi
  • Ghillany's Sun Orchid
  • Lilac Sun Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Odontorrhynchus ghillanyi Pabst [unknown]

Description

Thelyschista ghillanyi (also called Ghillany's Sun Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is a perennial herb with a single, erect, glabrous stem, reaching up to 40 cm in height. It is native to Australia, and is found in grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Thelyschista ghillanyi 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

Thelyschista ghillanyi has a flower with a white or yellowish colour, and a yellow 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

Thelyschista ghillanyi 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 Thelyschista ghillanyi

Thelyschista ghillanyi can be found in Australia and New Zealand.

Thelyschista ghillanyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thelyschista ghillanyi?

Thelyschista ghillanyi

What is the common name of Thelyschista ghillanyi?

Thelyschista ghillanyi

What is the natural habitat of Thelyschista ghillanyi?

Tropical forests

Species in the Thelyschista genus

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-203837: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Guido Frederico João Pabst (1914-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pabst' in the authors string.