Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae explained

Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae,^[1] commonly known as the New Zealand horned orchid,^[2] is a species of orchid native to New Zealand. In Māori it is called hūperei or perei.^{[3] [4]}

Description

Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae is a terrestrial, perennial, tuberous, herb.^[5] Flowering occurs from December to March.

Taxonomy and naming

It was first described in 1989 by Mark Alwin Clements, David L. Jones, and Brian Molloy.

Distribution and habitat

Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae is found in the North and South Island of New Zealand. It ranges from coastal to montane environments (up to 800 meters)

Notes and References

1. M.A.Clem., D.L.Jones & Molloy, 1989 In: Austral. Orchid Res. 1: 100
2. Web site: Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae. New Zealand Native Orchid Group .
3. Web site: perei - Te Aka Māori Dictionary . Te Aka Māori Dictionary . 23 April 2022 . en.
4. Web site: perei - Te Aka Māori Dictionary . Te Aka Māori Dictionary . 23 April 2022 . en.
5. Web site: Orthoceras novae-zeelandiae . New Zealand Plant Conservation Network .