Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
angustifolium
ID:
763857

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kellogg

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. 2: 104 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763190



Common Names

  • Soap Plant
  • Amole
  • Narrow-Leaved Soap Plant


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Description

Chlorogalum angustifolium (also called 'Narrow-Leaved Chlorogalum', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to tropical and subtropical Asia, from India to China and Japan. It grows in moist forests, grasslands, and along streams at elevations of 500–2,500 m. It has a single, fleshy, oblong or lanceolate leaf and a single flower with a white or yellowish-green labellum.

Uses & Benefits

Chlorogalum angustifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Chlorogalum angustifolium has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chlorogalum angustifolium can be propagated by division or seed. To divide, separate the offsets from the parent plant in spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a seed tray in spring or early summer. Keep the soil moist and place the tray in a warm, sunny spot. Transplant the seedlings when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Chlorogalum angustifolium

Chlorogalum angustifolium is native to California and can be found in moist, shady areas of the state.

Chlorogalum angustifolium FAQ

What are the common names of Chlorogalum angustifolium?

Narrow-leaved Chlorogalum

What is the growth habit of Chlorogalum angustifolium?

It is an evergreen perennial herb

What is the native range of Chlorogalum angustifolium?

It is native to California

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-302167: Based on the initial data import
Albert Kellogg (1813-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kellogg' in the authors string.