Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
herbertiana
ID:
727638

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 16: t. 1341 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000726971

Common Names

  • Phycella herbertiana
  • Herbert's Phycella
  • Herbert's

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Description

Phycella herbertiana (also called the Herbert's Phycella, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Australia, and is found in habitats such as grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Phycella herbertiana is a popular ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It is known for its attractive foliage and pink flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where it can spread easily.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phycella herbertiana has white or pink flowers with long, thin petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phycella herbertiana is a slow-growing, low-maintenance plant that can be propagated by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be fertilized regularly with a liquid fertilizer. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps of the plant and replanting them in the substrate.

Where to Find Phycella herbertiana

Phycella herbertiana is native to Australia and can be found in open forests, woodlands, and heathlands.

Phycella herbertiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phycella herbertiana?

Phycella herbertiana

What is the common name of Phycella herbertiana?

Herbert's Phycella

What is the natural habitat of Phycella herbertiana?

Woodlands and grasslands

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-285700: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.