Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
patchoulii
ID:
245026

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke ex Hook.f.) C.Y.Wu & S.J.Hsuan

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 10: 44 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244358

Common Names

  • Microtoena patchoulii
  • Patchoulii Microtoena
  • Patchoulii Tree

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Synonyms

  • Microtoena cymosa Prain [unknown]
  • Microtoena insuavis Prain ex Dunn [unknown]
  • Microtoena pauciflora C.Y.Wu [unknown]
  • Plectranthus patchouli C.B.Clarke ex Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Microtoena patchoulii (also called Patchouli 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 patchoulii 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

The flowers of Microtoena patchoulii are small and white. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microtoena patchoulii 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 patchoulii

Microtoena patchoulii can be found in India, China, and Thailand.

Microtoena patchoulii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microtoena patchoulii?

Microtoena patchoulii

What is the common name of Microtoena patchoulii?

Patchouli Microtoena

What type of soil is best for Microtoena patchoulii?

Well-drained, acidic soil

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-128246: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
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.