Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
aphylla
ID:
333365

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Szlach.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Florist. Geobot. , Suppl. 3: 116 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000332697



Common Names

  • Aphylla Veyretia
  • Veyretia
  • Veyretia Aphylla


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Synonyms

  • Pelexia aphylla Ridl. in Thurn [unknown]
  • Sarcoglottis aphylla Schltr. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes aphylla Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Veyretia aphylla (also called Leafless Featherflower, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows to a height of 0.5–2 m. It has a single stem with a dense, rounded habit and is covered in short, soft hairs. It is native to Western Australia and grows in sandy soils in shrubland and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Veyretia aphylla is used in gardens as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin irritations and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Veyretia aphylla is a white to pale pink, with five petals and a central tuft of yellow stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves and a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veyretia aphylla can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood, with the base of the cutting dipped in a rooting hormone. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Germination usually occurs within two to four weeks.

Where to Find Veyretia aphylla

Veyretia aphylla is native to the south-west of Western Australia. It is found in the coastal heathlands and woodlands of the Swan Coastal Plain, and in the south-west corner of the state.

Veyretia aphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veyretia aphylla?

Veyretia aphylla

What type of plant is Veyretia aphylla?

Shrub

What is the natural habitat of Veyretia aphylla?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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-213075: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.