Chelonopsis bracteata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bracteata
ID:
843314
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.W.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 9: 92 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000842649
Common Names
- Bracteata Chelonopsis
- Chelonopsis bracteata
- Bracteata Chelonopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chelonopsis bracteata (also called Bracted Star Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a terrestrial orchid, growing up to 40 cm tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, at elevations of up to 1,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Chelonopsis bracteata is an ornamental plant used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used to attract pollinators to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chelonopsis bracteata has small, white, bell-shaped flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Chelonopsis bracteata is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Chelonopsis bracteata
Chelonopsis bracteata is native to South America and can be found in humid, tropical forests.
Chelonopsis bracteata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chelonopsis bracteata?
Chelonopsis bracteata
What is the common name of Chelonopsis bracteata?
Bracteata Cat's Tail
What is the habitat of Chelonopsis bracteata?
Chelonopsis bracteata is found in moist grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Species in the Chelonopsis genus
Chelonopsis abbreviata, Chelonopsis bracteata, Chelonopsis cashmerica, Chelonopsis chekiangensis, Chelonopsis forrestii, Chelonopsis giraldii, Chelonopsis lichiangensis, Chelonopsis longipes, Chelonopsis mollissima, Chelonopsis moschata, Chelonopsis odontochila, Chelonopsis rosea, Chelonopsis siccanea, Chelonopsis souliei, Chelonopsis yagiharana, Chelonopsis praecox, Chelonopsis yaoshanensis,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-38862: Based on the initial data import
William Wright Smith (1875-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Sm.' in the authors string.