Chelonopsis cashmerica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cashmerica
ID:
843325
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mukerjee) Hedge
Source:
wcs
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Fl. Pakistan 192: 136 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000842660
Common Names
- Cashmerica Chelonopsis
- Chelonopsis cashmerica
- Cashmerica Chelonopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chelonopsis cashmerica (also called Cashmerian 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 cashmerica 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 cashmerica has small, white, bell-shaped flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chelonopsis cashmerica is a perennial grass native to the western United States. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. It can be propagated by seed or division. Division should be done in spring or fall. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location.
Where to Find Chelonopsis cashmerica
Chelonopsis cashmerica can be found in parts of North America.
Chelonopsis cashmerica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chelonopsis cashmerica?
Chelonopsis cashmerica
What is the common name of Chelonopsis cashmerica?
Cashmerica Cat's Tail
What is the habitat of Chelonopsis cashmerica?
Chelonopsis cashmerica 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-38863: Based on the initial data import
Susil Kumar Mukerjee (1909-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mukerjee' in the authors string.
Ian Charleson Hedge (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedge' in the authors string.