Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
humilis
ID:
764378

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Herb.) Meerow

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 25: 723 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763711

Common Names

  • Clinanthus humilis
  • Humilis Clinanthus
  • Humilis Orchid

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Description

Clinanthus humilis (also called Humilis 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 humilis 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 humilis has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and long with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clinanthus humilis 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 humilis prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Clinanthus humilis

Clinanthus humilis is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Clinanthus humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clinanthus humilis?

Clinanthus humilis

What is the common name of Clinanthus humilis?

Humilis Clinanthus

Where does Clinanthus humilis grow?

Clinanthus humilis is found in the Andes Mountains of South America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-302652: Based on the initial data import
William Herbert (1778-1847): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herb.' in the authors string.
Alan W. Meerow (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meerow' in the authors string.