Cheirostylis celebensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
celebensis
ID:
808815
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.O'Byrne & J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Malayan Orchid Rev. 40: 91 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808149
Common Names
- Cheirostylis celebensis
- Celebes Cheirostylis
- Celebes Cheirostylis Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cheirostylis celebensis (also called Celebes Cheirostylis, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist, open areas and is tolerant of drought.
Uses & Benefits
Cheirostylis celebensis is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens and homes for its attractive flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cheirostylis celebensis is yellow in color and has a tubular corolla. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cheirostylis celebensis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It is native to Indonesia and is hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Cheirostylis celebensis
Cheirostylis celebensis is native to Indonesia and can be found in the provinces of Sulawesi and Maluku.
Cheirostylis celebensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cheirostylis celebensis?
Cheirostylis celebensis
What is the common name of Cheirostylis celebensis?
Celebes Cheirostylis
What type of plant is Cheirostylis celebensis?
A tropical herb
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-346389: Based on the initial data import
Peter O'Byrne (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.O'Byrne' in the authors string.
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.