Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
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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Description

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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Cultivation 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 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,

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