Microtoena wardii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wardii
ID:
245040
Status:
valid
Authors:
Stearn
Source:
wcs
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 58: 12 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244372
Common Names
- Microtoena wardii
- Wardii Microtoena
- Wardii Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microtoena wardii (also called Ward's 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 wardii 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 wardii are small and white. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green with two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microtoena wardii is a slow-growing shrub that is best propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a warm, humid environment. The shrub should be fertilized regularly and kept in partial shade.
Where to Find Microtoena wardii
Microtoena wardii can be found in Australia.
Microtoena wardii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microtoena wardii?
Microtoena wardii
What is the common name of Microtoena wardii?
Ward's Microtoena
What type of soil is best for Microtoena wardii?
Well-drained, acidic soil
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-128260: Based on the initial data import
William T. Stearn (1911-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stearn' in the authors string.