Chondroscaphe escobariana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
escobariana
ID:
852113
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dodson & Neudecker) C.Rungius
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) , Suppl. 3: 16 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000851448
Common Names
- Chondroscaphe escobariana
- Escobariana Chondroscaphe
- Escobariana's Chondroscaphe
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chondroscaphe escobariana (also called Escobar's Chondroscaphe, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to tropical South America. It has a tall, upright habit and can reach up to 4 m in height. Its leaves are small and can reach up to 4 cm in length. It is found in moist, forest habitats and is often used for ornamental purposes.
Uses & Benefits
Chondroscaphe escobariana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chondroscaphe escobariana has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with thin, delicate stems and small, round leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chondroscaphe escobariana is an evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by division or seed in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Chondroscaphe escobariana
Chondroscaphe escobariana can be found in Colombia.
Chondroscaphe escobariana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chondroscaphe escobariana?
Chondroscaphe escobariana
What are the common names of Chondroscaphe escobariana?
Escobar's Chondroscaphe
What is the natural habitat of Chondroscaphe escobariana?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Chondroscaphe genus
Chondroscaphe yamilethae, Chondroscaphe amabilis, Chondroscaphe atrilinguis, Chondroscaphe bicolor, Chondroscaphe chestertonii, Chondroscaphe eburnea, Chondroscaphe embreei, Chondroscaphe escobariana, Chondroscaphe flaveola, Chondroscaphe gentryi, Chondroscaphe merana, Chondroscaphe plicata, Chondroscaphe dabeibaensis, Chondroscaphe venezuelana,
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-39712: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.
Tilman Neudecker: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Neudecker' in the authors string.