Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pomeridianum
ID:
763863

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 4: 682 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763196



Common Names

  • Pomeridian Soap Plant
  • Amole
  • Soap Plant


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Description

Chlorogalum pomeridianum (also called 'Pomeridian 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 pomeridianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, headaches, and fever.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chlorogalum pomeridianum var. divaricatum (Lindl.) Hoover
Chlorogalum pomeridianum sub. austrooreganum Callahan
Chlorogalum pomeridianum var. minus Hoover

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Chlorogalum pomeridianum 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 pomeridianum 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 pomeridianum

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

Chlorogalum pomeridianum FAQ

What are the common names of Chlorogalum pomeridianum?

Soap Plant

What is the growth habit of Chlorogalum pomeridianum?

It is an evergreen perennial herb

What is the native range of Chlorogalum pomeridianum?

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-302172: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.