Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
subtilis
ID:
368089

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 26: 56 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000367421

Common Names

  • Subtilis cynorkis
  • Subtilis sedge
  • Subtilis cyperus

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Description

Cynorkis subtilis (also called 'Subtle Cynorkis', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is typically found in moist areas, such as near streams, and can grow up to 15 cm in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are bell-shaped and blue in color.

Uses & Benefits

Cynorkis subtilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The flowers of this plant are used in traditional medicines to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynorkis subtilis has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynorkis subtilis is a perennial herb that is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It grows up to 1 m in height and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the stem tips in spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cynorkis subtilis

Cynorkis subtilis is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Cynorkis subtilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynorkis subtilis?

Cynorkis subtilis

What is the family of Cynorkis subtilis?

Orchidaceae

What are the common names of Cynorkis subtilis?

No common names

Species in the Cynorkis genus

Cynorkis comorensis, Cynorkis subtilis, Cynorkis cadetii, Cynorkis lindleyana, Cynorkis mirabile, Cynorkis alborubra, Cynorkis ambondrombensis, Cynorkis ampullacea, Cynorkis ampullifera, Cynorkis anacamptoides, Cynorkis andohahelensis, Cynorkis andringitrana, Cynorkis angustipetala, Cynorkis anisoloba, Cynorkis aphylla, Cynorkis arnottioides, Cynorkis aurantiaca, Cynorkis bardotiana, Cynorkis baronii, Cynorkis bathiei, Cynorkis betsileensis, Cynorkis bimaculata, Cynorkis boinana, Cynorkis boryana, Cynorkis brachycentra, Cynorkis brachyceras, Cynorkis brachystachya, Cynorkis brevicalcar, Cynorkis brevicornu, Cynorkis breviplectra, Cynorkis buchananii, Cynorkis buchwaldiana, Cynorkis calanthoides, Cynorkis calcaripotens, Cynorkis cardiophylla, Cynorkis catatii, Cynorkis clarae, Cynorkis clavata, Cynorkis coccinelloides, Cynorkis commersoniana, Cynorkis commersonii, Cynorkis compacta, Cynorkis confusa, Cynorkis constellata, Cynorkis cordemoyi, Cynorkis crispa, Cynorkis cuneilabia, Cynorkis cylindrostachys, Cynorkis debilis, Cynorkis decaryana,

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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