Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
repanda
ID:
1411770

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. Suppl., 125(1319): 59. 2017 [Sep 2017] [Quart. Suppl. Int. Reg. Orchid Hybrids]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424235

Common Names

  • Pterostylis Repanda
  • Repanda Pterostylis
  • Pterostylis

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Description

Pterostylis repanda (also called Spreading Pterostylis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Australia. It is a small, terrestrial orchid with short, ovate leaves and a short stem. The flowers are small and white, with a yellow center and a purple lip. It is found in humid forests and grasslands in the Australian temperate grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis repanda is an epiphytic orchid with small, white flowers. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterostylis repanda flowers are white and yellow, with a long, straight spur. The seeds are small, black and glossy, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis repanda is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizomes in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the fall or spring.

Where to Find Pterostylis repanda

Pterostylis repanda is native to Australia. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Pterostylis repanda FAQ

What is the common name of Pterostylis repanda?

Drooping Greenhood

What type of soil is best for Pterostylis repanda?

Well-draining, sandy soil

How much light does Pterostylis repanda need?

Full sun

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

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.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.