Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
chica
ID:
847854

Status:
valid

Authors:
Speg. & Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:

Citation Micro:
in Kraensl. Orch. Gen. et Sp. ii. 131.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000847189

Common Names

  • Chica Chloraea
  • Chica Chloraea Orchid
  • Chica Chloraea Flower

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Description

Chloraea chica (also called Chica 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 chica is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chloraea chica has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in panicles. The seeds are small and dark brown in colour. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves with a white midrib.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chloraea chica 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 chica

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

Chloraea chica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chloraea chica?

Chloraea chica

What is the common name of Chloraea chica?

Chica

What is the natural habitat of Chloraea chica?

Dry open woods, prairies, and roadsides

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-39303: Based on the initial data import
Carlos Luigi Spegazzini (1858-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speg.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.