Chiloglottis longiclavata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiclavata
ID:
844475
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.L.Jones
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 2: 38 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000843810
Common Names
- Longiclavata Spider Orchid
- Longiclavata Sun Orchid
- Longiclavata Greenhood Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chiloglottis longiclavata (also called Long-spurred Bird Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Australia. It is a terrestrial orchid that grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Chiloglottis longiclavata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for caterpillars.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chiloglottis longiclavata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chiloglottis longiclavata is a perennial orchid that is native to Australia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of soils and climates. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal care.
Where to Find Chiloglottis longiclavata
Chiloglottis longiclavata can be found in moist grasslands and meadows in Europe and western Asia.
Chiloglottis longiclavata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiloglottis longiclavata?
Chiloglottis longiclavata
What is the common name of Chiloglottis longiclavata?
Long-spurred Bird Orchid
What are the uses of Chiloglottis longiclavata?
Chiloglottis longiclavata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Species in the Chiloglottis genus
Chiloglottis sphaerula, Chiloglottis anaticeps, Chiloglottis chlorantha, Chiloglottis cornuta, Chiloglottis diphylla, Chiloglottis formicifera, Chiloglottis grammata, Chiloglottis gunnii, Chiloglottis jeanesii, Chiloglottis longiclavata, Chiloglottis palachila, Chiloglottis pescottiana, Chiloglottis platyptera, Chiloglottis pluricallata, Chiloglottis reflexa, Chiloglottis seminuda, Chiloglottis sphyrnoides, Chiloglottis sylvestris, Chiloglottis trapeziformis, Chiloglottis triceratops, Chiloglottis trilabra, Chiloglottis trullata, Chiloglottis truncata, Chiloglottis turfosa, Chiloglottis valida, Chiloglottis pescottiana,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-38975: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.