Chelonopsis siccanea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
siccanea
ID:
843533
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.W.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 9: 94 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000842868
Common Names
- Siccane Orchid
- Siccane Aerangis
- Siccane Chelonopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chelonopsis siccanea (also called Siccanea Wheatgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass with a tufted habit. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Chelonopsis siccanea is used as an ornamental grass in landscaping and for erosion control. It is also used as a forage grass for livestock, and as a cover crop for soil conservation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chelonopsis siccanea has small, white flowers that are clustered in spike-like inflorescences. The seed is small, flattened, and dark brown in color. The seedlings are slender, with a single, erect stem and a tuft of narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chelonopsis siccanea is an evergreen, terrestrial orchid with a creeping rhizome. It is best grown in a light, well-drained soil in a partially shaded position. Propagation is by division of the rhizome or by seed.
Where to Find Chelonopsis siccanea
Chelonopsis siccanea is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, such as cliffs and hillsides.
Chelonopsis siccanea FAQ
What are the common names of Chelonopsis siccanea?
Siccan Wheatgrass
What is the growth habit of Chelonopsis siccanea?
It is a perennial grass that grows in tufts or clumps.
What is the native range of Chelonopsis siccanea?
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-38883: Based on the initial data import
William Wright Smith (1875-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Sm.' in the authors string.