Status:
valid
Authors:
D.L.Jones
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 2: 42 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000843974
Common Names
- Trullata Chiloglottis
- Trullata's Chiloglottis
- Trullata Chil
Description
Chiloglottis trullata (also called the Trull's Chiloglottis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Australia. It has yellow-green flowers with purple lips and a yellow-green column. It is found in dry eucalypt forests and woodlands, and is endemic to Australia.
Uses & Benefits
Chiloglottis trullata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for caterpillars.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chiloglottis trullata has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are arranged in a rosette.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chiloglottis trullata is a perennial orchid native to Australia. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in the desired location.
Where to Find Chiloglottis trullata
Chiloglottis trullata is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands.
Chiloglottis trullata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiloglottis trullata?
Chiloglottis trullata
What is the common name of Chiloglottis trullata?
Trullata Orchid
What is the lifespan of Chiloglottis trullata?
Perennial
Species in the Chiloglottis genus
Chiloglottis sphaerula,
Chiloglottis anaticeps,
Chiloglottis chlorantha,
Chiloglottis cornuta,
Chiloglottis diphylla,
Chiloglottis formicifera,
Chiloglottis grammata,
Chiloglottis gunnii,
Chiloglottis jeanesii,
Chiloglottis longiclavata,
Chiloglottis palachila,
Chiloglottis pescottiana,
Chiloglottis platyptera,
Chiloglottis pluricallata,
Chiloglottis reflexa,
Chiloglottis seminuda,
Chiloglottis sphyrnoides,
Chiloglottis sylvestris,
Chiloglottis trapeziformis,
Chiloglottis triceratops,
Chiloglottis trilabra,
Chiloglottis trullata,
Chiloglottis truncata,
Chiloglottis turfosa,
Chiloglottis valida,
Chiloglottis pescottiana,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,