Chloraea disoides - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
disoides
ID:
848060
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Quart. J. Sci. Lit. Arts , n.s., 1: 47 (1827)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000847395
Common Names
- Disoides Chloraea
- Disoides Orchid
- Disoides Spider Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chloraea disoides (also called Disoid chloraea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It grows in open grasslands, meadows, and savannas, and is often found in disturbed areas. It has a tufted habit and grows to a height of 0.5-1 m. Its leaves are linear, and its inflorescence is a panicle of small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Chloraea disoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and as a food source for wildlife.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Chloraea disoides var. disoidesChloraea disoides var. picta (Phil. ex Kraenzl.) M.N.Correa
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chloraea disoides is a small, white spikelet. The seed of this plant is a small, dark brown caryopsis. The seedlings are slender and have a reddish-brown hue.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chloraea disoides is a perennial herb native to South America. It is a low-growing herb that can reach up to 0.5 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division is best done in spring or fall. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted.
Where to Find Chloraea disoides
Chloraea disoides can be found in South America.
Chloraea disoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chloraea disoides?
Chloraea disoides
What is the common name of Chloraea disoides?
Similar chloraea
What is the habitat of Chloraea disoides?
It is found in moist, shady forests
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-39324: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.