Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
abbayesii
ID:
732467

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Taylor

Source:
ksu

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 1: 67 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731800



Common Names

  • Inversodicraea abbayesii
  • Abbayesii Inversodicraea
  • Abbayesii Inversodicraea


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Description

Inversodicraea abbayesii (also called Abbayes' Inversodicraea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a small herb, growing to a height of 0.3-1.2 m. It is native to Madagascar, and found in grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Inversodicraea abbayesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inversodicraea abbayesii has white, yellow or pink flowers with a yellow centre. The flowers are usually borne in clusters of up to 10. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inversodicraea abbayesii is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is best grown in well-drained soils in a sunny position. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Inversodicraea abbayesii

Inversodicraea abbayesii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Inversodicraea abbayesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inversodicraea abbayesii?

Inversodicraea abbayesii

What is the common name of Inversodicraea abbayesii?

Abbayes' Inversodicraea

What is the natural habitat of Inversodicraea abbayesii?

Inversodicraea abbayesii is found in tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,