Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
castillonii
ID:
847844

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hauman

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Anales Soc. Ci. Argent. 90: 101 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000847179

Common Names

  • Castillonii Chloraea
  • Castillonii Chloraea Orchid
  • Castillonii Chloraea Flower

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Description

Chloraea castillonii (also called Castillon's Chloraea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It grows in moist soils, such as those found in wetlands, and can reach heights of up to 1 meter.

Uses & Benefits

Chloraea castillonii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chloraea castillonii has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chloraea castillonii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny position and kept moist. Division should be done in early spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced at least 1m apart.

Where to Find Chloraea castillonii

Chloraea castillonii can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and up to Virginia.

Chloraea castillonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chloraea castillonii?

Chloraea castillonii

What is the common name of Chloraea castillonii?

Castillon's chloraea

Where does Chloraea castillonii grow?

It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and is found in moist, shady areas

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-39302: Based on the initial data import
Lucien Leon Hauman (1880-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hauman' in the authors string.