Status:
valid
Authors:
Carr
Source:
wcs
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 8: 77 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000842582
Common Names
- Unguiculata Wheatgrass
- Chelonistele Unguiculata
- Chelonistele Unguiculata Wheatgrass
Description
Chelonistele unguiculata (also called Clawed 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
Chelonistele unguiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chelonistele unguiculata has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chelonistele unguiculata can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location, as it is susceptible to strong winds.
Where to Find Chelonistele unguiculata
Chelonistele unguiculata can be found in the wild in tropical Africa.
Chelonistele unguiculata FAQ
What are the common names of Chelonistele unguiculata?
Common names of Chelonistele unguiculata include Chinese evergreen, Chinese fan palm, and Chinese fan tree.
What is the growth rate of Chelonistele unguiculata?
The growth rate of Chelonistele unguiculata is slow to moderate.
What is the optimal temperature for Chelonistele unguiculata?
The optimal temperature for Chelonistele unguiculata is between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit.
Species in the Chelonistele genus
Chelonistele senagangensis,
Chelonistele amplissima,
Chelonistele brevilamellata,
Chelonistele dentifera,
Chelonistele ingloria,
Chelonistele laetitia-reginae,
Chelonistele lamellulifera,
Chelonistele lurida,
Chelonistele ramentacea,
Chelonistele richardsii,
Chelonistele sulphurea,
Chelonistele unguiculata,
Chelonistele devogelii,
Chelonistele maximae-reginae,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,