Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
macilenta
ID:
810586

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.L.Jones) G.N.Backh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Vict. Naturalist 124: 124 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809920

Common Names

  • Macilenta Pterostylis
  • Macilenta Wild Coffee
  • Macilenta Pterostylis

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Description

Pterostylis macilenta (also called Slender Pterostylis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open forest and woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis macilenta is a species of orchid found in Australia. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterostylis macilenta is white and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a greenish hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis macilenta is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from division is the most successful method of propagation. The plant should be divided in the spring when the new growth appears. The divisions should be planted in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. The divisions should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Pterostylis macilenta

Pterostylis macilenta is native to Australia.

Pterostylis macilenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterostylis macilenta?

Pterostylis macilenta

What is the natural habitat of Pterostylis macilenta?

Pterostylis macilenta is found in tropical forests in Australia.

What is the size of Pterostylis macilenta?

Pterostylis macilenta is a small herb, usually growing to a height of 10-30 cm.

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-348138: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Gary N. Backhouse: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.N.Backh.' in the authors string.