Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
albescens
ID:
245003

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Y.Wu & S.J.Hsuan

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 10: 49 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244335

Common Names

  • Microtoena albescens
  • Albescens Microtoena
  • Microtoena

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Description

Microtoena albescens (also called White-flowered Microtoena, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Australia and New Zealand. It has a single, erect, linear, green leaf and up to 10 white to pinkish flowers. It grows in open forests, grasslands, and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Microtoena albescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microtoena albescens has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microtoena albescens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Microtoena albescens

Microtoena albescens can be found in Australia.

Microtoena albescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microtoena albescens?

Microtoena albescens

What is the common name of Microtoena albescens?

White-flowered Onion Orchid

What is the flowering period of Microtoena albescens?

Late Winter to Spring

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-128225: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
Shwe Jye Hsuan (1932-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.J.Hsuan' in the authors string.