Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Species:
australiense
ID:
729819

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) S.T.Blake

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Contr. Queensland Herb. 12: 5 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729152

Common Names

  • Idiospermum australiense
  • Australian Idiospermum
  • Australian Nut Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Calycanthus australiensis Diels [unknown]

Description

Idiospermum australiense (also called Australian Idiospermum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Australia. It has small, yellow-green flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and wet sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Idiospermum australiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Idiospermum australiense has small, white flowers with yellowish-green stripes. The seeds are small and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Idiospermum australiense is a perennial plant native to Australia. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Idiospermum australiense

Idiospermum australiense is native to Australia.

Idiospermum australiense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Idiospermum australiense?

Idiospermum australiense

What type of plant is Idiospermum australiense?

It is a flowering plant

What is the natural habitat of Idiospermum australiense?

It is native to Australia

Species in the Idiospermum genus

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2860273: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Stanley Thatcher Blake (1910-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Blake' in the authors string.