Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lepida
ID:
842369

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 7: 182 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841704



Common Names

  • Cheirostylis lepida
  • Lepid Cheirostylis
  • Lepid Orchid


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Description

Cheirostylis lepida (also called Slender-leaved Cheirostylis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has a creeping habit and its leaves are linear with a pointed tip.

Uses & Benefits

Cheirostylis lepida is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cheirostylis lepida has small, yellow flowers that are usually borne in clusters of two to three. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cheirostylis lepida is a perennial plant that is native to tropical Asia. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings, and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers partial shade and can tolerate some drought. It should be cut back in late summer to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Cheirostylis lepida

Cheirostylis lepida can be found in the western United States, ranging from California to Oregon and Washington.

Cheirostylis lepida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cheirostylis lepida?

Cheirostylis lepida

What is the common name of Cheirostylis lepida?

Lepid Cheirostylis

What is the family of Cheirostylis lepida?

Orchidaceae

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,

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