Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acuminata
ID:
1334544

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zhi L.Liu & Q.Liu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 247: 138 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346998



Common Names

  • Cheirostylis Acuminata
  • Acuminata Cheirostylis
  • Cheirostylis


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Description

Cheirostylis acuminata (also called 'Acuminate Cheirostylis', among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 0.6 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in moist soils and shady areas. It has small, yellow, bell-shaped flowers and thin, hairy stems.

Uses & Benefits

Cheirostylis acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cheirostylis acuminata has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cheirostylis acuminata is a perennial, herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, moist soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Cheirostylis acuminata

Cheirostylis acuminata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Cheirostylis acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cheirostylis acuminata?

Cheirostylis acuminata

What is the common name of Cheirostylis acuminata?

Acuminate-tipped Cheirostylis

What is the natural habitat of Cheirostylis acuminata?

Forests and grasslands of India and Sri Lanka

Species in the Cheirostylis genus

Cheirostylis clibborndyeri, Cheirostylis filipetala, Cheirostylis nuda, Cheirostylis thanmoiensis, Cheirostylis marmorifolia, Cheirostylis celebensis, Cheirostylis latipetala, Cheirostylis serpens, Cheirostylis foliosa, Cheirostylis malipoensis, Cheirostylis calcarata, Cheirostylis kabaenae, Cheirostylis bidentata, Cheirostylis bipunctata, Cheirostylis chinensis, Cheirostylis cochinchinensis, Cheirostylis dendrophila, Cheirostylis divina, Cheirostylis flabellata, Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana, Cheirostylis grandiflora, Cheirostylis griffithii, Cheirostylis gunnarii, Cheirostylis jamesleungii, Cheirostylis javanica, Cheirostylis lepida, Cheirostylis liukiuensis, Cheirostylis merrillii, Cheirostylis moniliformis, Cheirostylis montana, Cheirostylis monteiroi, Cheirostylis notialis, Cheirostylis octodactyla, Cheirostylis orobanchoides, Cheirostylis ovata, Cheirostylis parvifolia, Cheirostylis pingbianensis, Cheirostylis pubescens, Cheirostylis pusilla, Cheirostylis raymundi, Cheirostylis sessanica, Cheirostylis sherriffii, Cheirostylis spathulata, Cheirostylis tabiyahanensis, Cheirostylis takeoi, Cheirostylis thailandica, Cheirostylis tippica, Cheirostylis tortilacinia, Cheirostylis yunnanensis, Cheirostylis rubrifolia,

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

Zhi Long Liu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zhi L.Liu' in the authors string.
Qiang Liu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.Liu' in the authors string.