Chelonopsis moschata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moschata
ID:
843432
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 2: 111 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000842767
Common Names
- Moschata Chelonopsis
- Musky Chelonopsis
- Musky Pussytoes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chelonopsis moschata (also called musk orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico. It grows in humid, shady forests, often on tree trunks and branches.
Uses & Benefits
Chelonopsis moschata is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chelonopsis moschata has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a tuft of long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chelonopsis moschata is a perennial grass native to Central Asia. It grows up to 40 cm in height and prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed and division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Chelonopsis moschata
Chelonopsis moschata is native to the Himalayas, India, and Nepal. It can be found in moist, shady forests and grassy meadows at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.
Chelonopsis moschata FAQ
What are the common names of Chelonopsis moschata?
Musk Wheatgrass
What is the growth habit of Chelonopsis moschata?
It is a perennial grass that grows in tufts or clumps.
What is the native range of Chelonopsis moschata?
It is native to China, Japan, and Korea.
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-38873: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.