Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
saxicola
ID:
289255

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Orchadian 12: 132 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288587

Common Names

  • Rocky Pterostylis
  • Rocky Greenhood
  • Rocky Helmet Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Oligochaetochilus saxicola (D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem.) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]

Description

Pterostylis saxicola (also called Rock-dwelling Greenhood, among many other common names) is a terrestrial, perennial, deciduous, herb with an underground tuber. It is native to Australia and is found in grassland, open forest and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis saxicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterostylis saxicola is small and green with a white labellum. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis saxicola is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Pterostylis saxicola

Pterostylis saxicola can be found in grassy woodland and heathlands in the south-west of Western Australia.

Pterostylis saxicola FAQ

What are the requirements for Pterostylis saxicola to thrive?

Pterostylis saxicola requires moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position.

What is the best way to propagate Pterostylis saxicola?

Pterostylis saxicola can be propagated from seed or by division.

What is the ideal temperature for Pterostylis saxicola?

Pterostylis saxicola prefers temperatures between 10-25 degrees Celsius.

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-170650: Based on the initial data import
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.