Status:
valid
Authors:
Halford & R.J.F.Hend.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 7: 626 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911631
Common Names
- Beyeria Sulcata
- Sulcata Beyeria
- Sulcata Orchid
Description
Beyeria sulcata (also called 'Fringed Beyeria', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It has slender stems and small, fringed leaves. It typically grows in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Beyeria sulcata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used for making tea.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Beyeria sulcata var. sulcata
Beyeria sulcata var. brevipes (Airy Shaw) Halford & R.J.F.Hend.
Beyeria sulcata var. truncata (Airy Shaw) Halford & R.J.F.Hend.
Beyeria sulcata var. gracilis Halford & R.J.F.Hend.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Beyeria sulcata has small white flowers with yellow centres and a sweet scent. The seed is small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Beyeria sulcata is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves that are bright green in color. The plant produces small, white flowers with a yellow center. The plant can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be planted in a shallow container filled with a nutrient-rich soil. The plant prefers warm temperatures and should be kept in a partially shaded area. It is also susceptible to frost and should be protected during cold weather.
Where to Find Beyeria sulcata
Beyeria sulcata is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.
Beyeria sulcata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Beyeria sulcata?
Beyeria sulcata
What is the common name of Beyeria sulcata?
Grooved Daisy
What type of plant is Beyeria sulcata?
Herb
Species in the Beyeria genus
Beyeria calycina,
Beyeria cinerea,
Beyeria cyanescens,
Beyeria gardneri,
Beyeria lasiocarpa,
Beyeria latifolia,
Beyeria lepidopetala,
Beyeria lechenaultii,
Beyeria opaca,
Beyeria similis,
Beyeria subtecta,
Beyeria viscosa,
Beyeria apiculata,
Beyeria cockertonii,
Beyeria constellata,
Beyeria disciformis,
Beyeria lanceolata,
Beyeria lapidicola,
Beyeria minor,
Beyeria physaphylla,
Beyeria rostellata,
Beyeria simplex,
Beyeria sulcata,
Beyeria villosa,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
David A. Halford: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halford' in the authors string.