Chiloglottis diphylla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diphylla
ID:
844412
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 323 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000843747
Common Names
- Two-leaved Greenhood
- Two-leaved Greenhood Orchid
- Two-leaved Greenhood Spider Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chiloglottis diphylla (also called Two-Leaved Chiloglottis, among many other common names) is an orchid native to Australia and New Zealand. It is characterized by its yellow-green flowers and two long, curved sepals. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Chiloglottis diphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chiloglottis diphylla flower is a small, yellowish-white flower head, with awns that are usually bent. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis with awns. The seedlings are short, with short, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chiloglottis diphylla is a perennial orchid native to Australia. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn when the plant is dormant. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-prepared seed bed.
Where to Find Chiloglottis diphylla
Chiloglottis diphylla is native to Australia and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Chiloglottis diphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiloglottis diphylla?
Chiloglottis diphylla
What type of plant is Chiloglottis diphylla?
Orchid
Where is Chiloglottis diphylla found?
Australia
Species in the Chiloglottis genus
Chiloglottis sphaerula, Chiloglottis anaticeps, Chiloglottis chlorantha, Chiloglottis cornuta, Chiloglottis diphylla, Chiloglottis formicifera, Chiloglottis grammata, Chiloglottis gunnii, Chiloglottis jeanesii, Chiloglottis longiclavata, Chiloglottis palachila, Chiloglottis pescottiana, Chiloglottis platyptera, Chiloglottis pluricallata, Chiloglottis reflexa, Chiloglottis seminuda, Chiloglottis sphyrnoides, Chiloglottis sylvestris, Chiloglottis trapeziformis, Chiloglottis triceratops, Chiloglottis trilabra, Chiloglottis trullata, Chiloglottis truncata, Chiloglottis turfosa, Chiloglottis valida, Chiloglottis pescottiana,
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-38969: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.