Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lamellata
ID:
848377

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Quart. J. Sci. Lit. Arts , n.s., 1: 49 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000847712

Common Names

  • Lamellate Chloraea
  • Lamellate Chloraea Orchid
  • Lamellate Chloraea Flower

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Description

Chloraea lamellata (also called Lamellate Chloraea, Lamellate Star-tulip, and Lamellate Star-tulip Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It has long, thin leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Chloraea lamellata is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chloraea lamellata has small, white flowers that form in clusters at the top of the stem. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped, and the seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chloraea lamellata is a perennial herb native to the Andes Mountains. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is propagated by seed or division and can be planted in spring or fall. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Chloraea lamellata

Chloraea lamellata can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Chloraea lamellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chloraea lamellata?

Chloraea lamellata

What is the common name of Chloraea lamellata?

Lamellate Chloraea

What is the natural habitat of Chloraea lamellata?

Dry, sandy soils in open woods, prairies, and savannas

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-39356: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.