Chelyocarpus ulei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ulei
ID:
843626
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dammer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 7: 395 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000842961
Common Names
- Chelyocarpus ulei
- Ule's Orchid
- Ule's Lip Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chelyocarpus ulei (also called Ule's Chelyocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin stems that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It prefers humid, shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Chelyocarpus ulei is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chelyocarpus ulei has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chelyocarpus ulei is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by cuttings in the spring. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Chelyocarpus ulei
Chelyocarpus ulei can be found in parts of Central and South America.
Chelyocarpus ulei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chelyocarpus ulei?
Chelyocarpus ulei
What is the common name of Chelyocarpus ulei?
Ule's Milkvetch
What is the growth habit of Chelyocarpus ulei?
It is a perennial herb with a clump-forming growth habit.
Species in the Chelyocarpus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-38892: Based on the initial data import
Carl Lebrecht Udo Dammer (1860-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dammer' in the authors string.