Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
longipetala
ID:
848479

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 400 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000847814

Common Names

  • Chloraea longipetala
  • Longipetala Chloraea
  • Longipetala's Chloraea

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Description

Chloraea longipetala (also called long-petal chloraea, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to South America. It is a perennial herb growing to 0.5–1 m tall, with a tufted habit. It is found in grassland, savanna and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chloraea longipetala is a species of grass that is used in landscaping and as a forage crop for livestock. It is also used to make paper and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chloraea longipetala has small, yellow flowers that grow in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chloraea longipetala is a perennial grass that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing grass that forms clumps and can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Chloraea longipetala

Chloraea longipetala can be found in the grasslands of South America.

Chloraea longipetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chloraea longipetala?

Chloraea longipetala

What is the common name of Chloraea longipetala?

Long-petaled Chloraea

What is the habitat of Chloraea longipetala?

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-39367: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.