Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
latipetala
ID:
808817

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver. & Averyanova

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Komarovia 4: 6 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808151



Common Names

  • Cheirostylis latipetala
  • Broad-Petalled Cheirostylis
  • Broad-Petalled Cheirostylis Plant


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Description

Cheirostylis latipetala (also called Broad-petaled Cheirostylis, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and pink flowers. It is found in moist, open areas and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Cheirostylis latipetala is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens and homes for its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cheirostylis latipetala has a white or yellow flower with a labellum that is yellow with a green tip. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cheirostylis latipetala 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 latipetala

Cheirostylis latipetala is native to Indonesia and can be found in the provinces of Sulawesi and Maluku.

Cheirostylis latipetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cheirostylis latipetala?

Cheirostylis latipetala

What is the common name of Cheirostylis latipetala?

Broad-petaled Cheirostylis

What type of plant is Cheirostylis latipetala?

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-346391: Based on the initial data import
Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Anna Leonidovna Averyanova (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Averyanova' in the authors string.