Status:
valid
Authors:
Weckerle & F.K.Huber
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Novon 19: 554 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000917226
Common Names
- Chelonopsis praecox
- Praecox Chelonopsis
- Chelonopsis of Praecox
Description
Chelonopsis praecox (also called Early Chelonopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to the Praecox region of Southeast Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats. It is an evergreen perennial with small white or pink flowers, and its leaves are usually variegated with green, yellow, or white.
Uses & Benefits
Chelonopsis praecox is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to South America and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a variety of uses including as a ground cover, as a border plant, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chelonopsis praecox has a small, white flower with yellow and pink markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chelonopsis praecox is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation can be done by division or cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Chelonopsis praecox
Chelonopsis praecox is native to Madagascar.
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
Franz K. Huber: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.K.Huber' in the authors string.