Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
banksii
ID:
289101

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br. ex A.Cunn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 59: t. 3172 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288433

Common Names

  • Banks' Greenhood
  • Banks' Orchid
  • Banks' Spider Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Pterostylis emarginata Colenso [unknown]
  • Pterostylis speciosa Colenso [unknown]
  • Pterostylis subsimilis Colenso [unknown]

Description

Pterostylis banksii (also called Banks' Pterostylis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower stem. It is native to Australia and is found in moist, shady places in forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis banksii has been used for ornamental purposes in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Pterostylis banksii has a single white flower with a green stripe down the centre of the petals and a reddish-brown labellum. Seed: The seed is small, dark brown and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis banksii is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny or semi-shaded position. It can be grown in pots or in the ground, and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It is best to mulch the soil to retain moisture and discourage weeds.

Where to Find Pterostylis banksii

Pterostylis banksii can be found in Australia, in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Pterostylis banksii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterostylis banksii?

Pterostylis banksii

What is the common name of Pterostylis banksii?

Banks' Pterostylis

What is the natural habitat of Pterostylis banksii?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of Australia

Species in the Pterostylis genus

Pterostylis abrupta, Pterostylis aciculiformis, Pterostylis acuminata, Pterostylis aenigma, Pterostylis aestiva, Pterostylis alata, Pterostylis allantoidea, Pterostylis alobula, Pterostylis alpina, Pterostylis alveata, Pterostylis angusta, Pterostylis aphylla, Pterostylis arenicola, Pterostylis areolata, Pterostylis aspera, Pterostylis atrans, Pterostylis atriola, Pterostylis auriculata, Pterostylis australis, Pterostylis banksii, Pterostylis baptistii, Pterostylis barbata, Pterostylis basaltica, Pterostylis bicolor, Pterostylis bicornis, Pterostylis biseta, Pterostylis boormanii, Pterostylis braemii, Pterostylis brumalis, Pterostylis bryophila, Pterostylis bureaviana, Pterostylis calceolus, Pterostylis cardiostigma, Pterostylis caulescens, Pterostylis chaetophora, Pterostylis cheraphila, Pterostylis chlorogramma, Pterostylis ciliata, Pterostylis clavigera, Pterostylis cobarensis, Pterostylis coccina, Pterostylis collina, Pterostylis commutata, Pterostylis concava, Pterostylis concinna, Pterostylis conoglossa, Pterostylis cucullata, Pterostylis curta, Pterostylis cycnocephala, Pterostylis daintreana,

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-170509: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.