Aporostylis
(pronounced: ay-por-oh-STYE-liss)
Classification
Diurideae subtribe Caladeniinae
Overview
Miniature terrestrials arising from tubers. Leaves two, basal, opposite, unequal, pubescent. Inflorescences erect, pedunculate, one-flowered. Flowers white. Sepals and petals free, spreading, the dorsal sepal larger, the lateral sepals and petals subsimilar, subequal. Lip unlobed, sessile. Column arching, with narrow apical wings; pollen finely granular.
Etymology
From the Greek aporein, meaning to be uncertain, and stylis, style, in reference to the column being intermediate between Caladenia and Chiloglottis.
Distribution
A monotypic genus endemic to New Zealand.
Care and Culture Card
See basic growing conditions and care information below.
Grow plants of Aporostylis in small pots of living sphagnum moss. Provide bright light, cool temperatures, and regular watering throughout the season.
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