Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
venosa
ID:
289289

Status:
valid

Authors:
Colenso

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. 28: 610 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288621

Common Names

  • Venosa Greenhood
  • Venosa Hood Orchid
  • Venosa Shell Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Pterostylis confertiflora Allan [unknown]
  • Pterostylis trifolia Colenso [unknown]

Description

Pterostylis venosa (also called Veined Greenhood, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a single green and white flower. It is native to Australia and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pterostylis venosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in landscaping and as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterostylis venosa has a single, greenish-brown flower with a white labellum and a yellow-green sinus. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterostylis venosa is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Australia. It is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Propagation is by division or seed. It is best to sow the seed in a seed tray filled with a well-drained potting mix and keep the tray in a warm, humid environment until the seedlings are established.

Where to Find Pterostylis venosa

Pterostylis venosa is found in wetter areas of Australia, including Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania.

Pterostylis venosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterostylis venosa?

Pterostylis venosa

What type of habitat does Pterostylis venosa prefer?

Pterostylis venosa prefers moist, sheltered habitats in open woodlands and grasslands.

What is the flowering season of Pterostylis venosa?

Pterostylis venosa typically flowers in late spring to early summer.

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-170681: Based on the initial data import
William Colenso (1811-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Colenso' in the authors string.