Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ravenna) Meerow
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 25: 723 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763710
Common Names
- Clinanthus glareosus
- Glareosus Clinanthus
- Glareosus Orchid
Description
Clinanthus glareosus (also called Glareous Clinanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical South America. It has long, thin, green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Clinanthus glareosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, skin diseases, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clinanthus glareosus has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and long with a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clinanthus glareosus is a tropical perennial plant native to India. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into sections with at least three leaves each. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Clinanthus glareosus prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Clinanthus glareosus
Clinanthus glareosus is native to Peru and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Clinanthus glareosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clinanthus glareosus?
Clinanthus glareosus
What is the common name of Clinanthus glareosus?
Glareous Clinanthus
Where does Clinanthus glareosus grow?
Clinanthus glareosus is found in the Andes Mountains of South America
Species in the Clinanthus genus
Clinanthus luteus,
Clinanthus callacallensis,
Clinanthus campodensis,
Clinanthus caracensis,
Clinanthus chihuanhuayu,
Clinanthus coccineus,
Clinanthus croceus,
Clinanthus elwesii,
Clinanthus flammidus,
Clinanthus fulvus,
Clinanthus glareosus,
Clinanthus humilis,
Clinanthus imasumacc,
Clinanthus incarnatus,
Clinanthus incarum,
Clinanthus macleanicus,
Clinanthus microstephium,
Clinanthus mirabilis,
Clinanthus recurvatus,
Clinanthus sunchubambae,
Clinanthus variegatus,
Clinanthus viridiflorus,
Clinanthus milagroanthus,
Species in the Amaryllidaceae family
Acis autumnalis,
Acis longifolia,
Acis rosea,
Acis trichophylla,
Acis fabrei,
Acis nicaeensis,
Acis tingitana,
Acis trichophylla,
Acis valentina,
Acis ionica,
Agapanthus africanus,
Agapanthus campanulatus,
Agapanthus caulescens,
Agapanthus coddii,
Agapanthus inapertus,
Agapanthus praecox,
Agapanthus walshii,
Allium aaseae,
Allium abramsii,
Allium acidoides,
Allium aciphyllum,
Allium acuminatum,
Allium acutiflorum,
Allium aegilicum,
Allium affine,
Allium afghanicum,
Allium aflatunense,
Allium agrigentinum,
Allium akaka,
Allium alabasicum,
Allium alaicum,
Allium albiflorum,
Allium albotunicatum,
Allium albovianum,
Allium alexandrae,
Allium alexeianum,
Allium alibile,
Allium alpinarii,
Allium altaicum,
Allium altissimum,
Allium altyncolicum,
Allium amethystinum,
Allium ampeloprasum,
Allium amphibolum,
Allium amplectens,
Allium anacoleum,
Allium anatolicum,
Allium anceps,
Allium angulosum,
Allium anisopodium,