Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
chrysantha
ID:
847886

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Syn. Pl. : 15 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000847221

Common Names

  • Chloraea chrysantha
  • Golden Chloraea
  • Golden Star-Lily
  • Chrysantha Star-Lily

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Description

Chloraea chrysantha (also called Golden Chloraea, among many other common names) is a small terrestrial orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It has a single, erect leaf and a single, erect flower stem with a single, white flower. It grows in humid, montane forests at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Chloraea chrysantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chloraea chrysantha 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 chrysantha is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers moist soils and is tolerant of shade and drought. It grows best in full sun and can reach heights of up to 3 feet. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated from seed, though this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Chloraea chrysantha

Chloraea chrysantha is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in wetland habitats, such as swamps and bogs.

Chloraea chrysantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chloraea chrysantha?

Chloraea chrysantha

What is the common name of Chloraea chrysantha?

Golden chloraea

Where does Chloraea chrysantha 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,

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