Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pluricallata
ID:
844541

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.L.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 2: 40 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000843876

Common Names

  • Chiloglottis pluricallata
  • Pluricallata Chiloglottis
  • Pluricallata's Chiloglottis

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Description

Chiloglottis pluricallata (also called Many-call Bird Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Australia. It is a perennial herb that grows in clumps and has narrow, flat leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chiloglottis pluricallata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a ground cover in lawns and golf courses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chiloglottis pluricallata has small, yellow flowers with a yellowish-green labellum and a yellowish-brown callus. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule containing numerous small, light brown, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip and a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chiloglottis pluricallata is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is best propagated by division of the rhizome. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become waterlogged. It is best grown in a well-draining, humus-rich potting mix.

Where to Find Chiloglottis pluricallata

Chiloglottis pluricallata is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales and Victoria.

Chiloglottis pluricallata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chiloglottis pluricallata?

Chiloglottis pluricallata

What is the common name of Chiloglottis pluricallata?

Many-calloused Tongue Orchid

Where is Chiloglottis pluricallata native to?

Australia

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-38981: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.