Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
biserialis
ID:
847775

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 339 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000847110

Common Names

  • Biserialis Chloraea
  • Biserialis Grass
  • Biserialis Bluestem

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Description

Chloraea biserialis (also called Two-rowed Chloraea, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Andes of South America. It is a terrestrial orchid with a single, erect stem and two large, fleshy leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Chloraea biserialis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chloraea biserialis has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chloraea biserialis is a perennial plant that can be grown from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering. It is also important to provide adequate drainage and to keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Chloraea biserialis

Chloraea biserialis is native to South America, from Brazil to Colombia.

Chloraea biserialis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chloraea biserialis?

Chloraea biserialis

What is the common name of Chloraea biserialis?

Two-rowed Chloraea

What is the natural habitat of Chloraea biserialis?

Chloraea biserialis is found in wet montane forests and bogs.

Species in the Chloraea genus

Chloraea curicana, Chloraea alpina, Chloraea apinnula, Chloraea barbata, Chloraea bella, Chloraea bidentata, Chloraea biserialis, Chloraea bletioides, Chloraea boliviana, Chloraea calantha, Chloraea castillonii, Chloraea chica, Chloraea chrysantha, Chloraea cogniauxii, Chloraea crispa, Chloraea cristata, Chloraea cuneata, Chloraea cylindrostachya, Chloraea deflexa, Chloraea densipapillosa, Chloraea disoides, Chloraea elegans, Chloraea fiebrigiana, Chloraea fonkii, Chloraea galeata, Chloraea gavilu, Chloraea grandiflora, Chloraea heteroglossa, Chloraea lamellata, Chloraea laxiflora, Chloraea lechleri, Chloraea longipetala, Chloraea magellanica, Chloraea major, Chloraea membranacea, Chloraea multiflora, Chloraea multilineolata, Chloraea nudilabia, Chloraea pavonii, Chloraea philippii, Chloraea phoenicea, Chloraea piquichen, Chloraea praecincta, Chloraea prodigiosa, Chloraea reticulata, Chloraea septentrionalis, Chloraea speciosa, Chloraea subpandurata, Chloraea tectata, Chloraea venosa,

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-39295: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.