Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
novae-zeelandiae
ID:
261702

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich.) M.A.Clem., D.L.Jones & Molloy

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 1: 100 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261034

Common Names

  • New Zealand Orthoceras
  • New Zealand Orthoceras Fern
  • Orthoceras Fern

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Synonyms

  • Orthoceras caput-serpentis Colenso [unknown]
  • Orthoceras rubrum Colenso [unknown]
  • Orthoceras solandri Lindl. [unknown]
  • Orthoceras strictum viride Hatch [unknown]
  • Diuris novae-zeelandiae A.Rich. [unknown]

Description

Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae (also called the New Zealand Orthoceras, among many other common names) is a species of orthocerid cephalopod, a type of extinct nautiloid. It is characterized by a long, straight shell with a pointed end. This species is native to New Zealand and was found in shallow marine environments.

Uses & Benefits

Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae is a white to cream-colored inflorescence with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae is a marine cephalopod species native to New Zealand. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae

Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae is native to New Zealand.

Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae?

Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae

What is the natural habitat of Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

What is the flowering season of Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae?

It flowers from April to July.

Species in the Orthoceras genus

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-144218: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Brian Peter John Molloy (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molloy' in the authors string.
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.