Clinanthus elwesii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elwesii
ID:
764373
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) Meerow
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 25: 723 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763706
Common Names
- Clinanthus elwesii
- Elwesii Clinanthus
- Elwesii Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Clinanthus elwesii (also called Elwes' Clinanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical South America. It has long, thin, green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Clinanthus elwesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clinanthus elwesii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Clinanthus elwesii can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate standing water.
Where to Find Clinanthus elwesii
Clinanthus elwesii is native to Peru and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Clinanthus elwesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clinanthus elwesii?
Clinanthus elwesii
What is the common name of Clinanthus elwesii?
Elwesii Clinanthus
Where does Clinanthus elwesii grow?
Clinanthus elwesii is found in the Andes Mountains of South America
Species in the Clinanthus genus
Clinanthus luteus, Clinanthus callacallensis, Clinanthus campodensis, Clinanthus caracensis, Clinanthus chihuanhuayu, Clinanthus coccineus, Clinanthus croceus, Clinanthus elwesii, Clinanthus flammidus, Clinanthus fulvus, Clinanthus glareosus, Clinanthus humilis, Clinanthus imasumacc, Clinanthus incarnatus, Clinanthus incarum, Clinanthus macleanicus, Clinanthus microstephium, Clinanthus mirabilis, Clinanthus recurvatus, Clinanthus sunchubambae, Clinanthus variegatus, Clinanthus viridiflorus, Clinanthus milagroanthus,
Species in the Amaryllidaceae family
Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-302648: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Alan W. Meerow (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meerow' in the authors string.