Chamaeanthus wenzelii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wenzelii
ID:
837749
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ames
Source:
wcs
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 5: 200 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837084
Common Names
- Chamaeanthus wenzelii
- Wenzelii Chamaeanthus
- Wenzelii Ground Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chamaeanthus wenzelii (also called Wenzel's Chamaeanthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has an upright habit and is found in dry grassland and scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Chamaeanthus wenzelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chamaeanthus wenzelii is a small, white, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seeds are small, dark, and oval-shaped. Seedlings are thin and long with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chamaeanthus wenzelii can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, separate the clumps of the plant into smaller sections and replant them in the desired location. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until germination. Place the seedlings in a sunny spot and water regularly.
Where to Find Chamaeanthus wenzelii
Chamaeanthus wenzelii is native to Peru and can be found in the wild in this region.
Chamaeanthus wenzelii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chamaeanthus wenzelii?
Chamaeanthus wenzelii
What is the common name of Chamaeanthus wenzelii?
Wenzel's Chamaeanthus
What is the natural habitat of Chamaeanthus wenzelii?
It is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Chamaeanthus genus
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-37440: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.