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
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.
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 Microtoena genus
Microtoena albescens,
Microtoena delavayi,
Microtoena esquirolii,
Microtoena insuavis,
Microtoena megacalyx,
Microtoena miyiensis,
Microtoena mollis,
Microtoena moupinensis,
Microtoena muliensis,
Microtoena nepalensis,
Microtoena omeiensis,
Microtoena patchoulii,
Microtoena praineana,
Microtoena robusta,
Microtoena stenocalyx,
Microtoena urticifolia,
Microtoena vanchingshanensis,
Microtoena wardii,
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,