Aa paleacea - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paleacea
ID:
587738
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kunth) Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Xenia Orchid. 1: 18 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000587070
Common Names
- Aa paleacea
- Aa Paleacea
- Aa Paleacea Plant
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- Ophrys paleacea Kunth [unknown]
- Altensteinia paleacea Kunth [unknown]
Description
Aa paleacea (also called palea aa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Poaceae family. It is native to Europe and North Africa. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Aa paleacea is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums. It has a unique appearance and is easy to care for.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aa paleacea has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aa paleacea can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is a short-lived perennial and may need to be replanted every few years.
Where to Find Aa paleacea
Aa paleacea can be found in the temperate forests of North America, Europe, and Asia.
Aa paleacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aa paleacea?
Aa paleacea
What is the natural habitat of Aa paleacea?
Aa paleacea is native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.
What is the size of Aa paleacea?
Aa paleacea is a small plant, growing to a height of around 10 cm (4 in).
Species in the Aa genus
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,
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-27: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.