Status:
valid
Authors:
D.L.Jones
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 10: 80 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841841
Common Names
- Cheirostylis notialis
- Southern Lip Orchid
- Southern Lip
Description
Cheirostylis notialis (also called Southern Cheirostylis, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Europe and Asia. It is a perennial grass that grows in a variety of habitats, from meadows and pastures to roadsides and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cheirostylis notialis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cheirostylis notialis has small, yellow flowers, with two seeds in each of its fruits. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cheirostylis notialis is a hardy perennial grass that is tolerant of a wide range of soils. It is propagated by seed, which should be planted in early spring. The plant prefers full sun and should be kept well-watered. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Cheirostylis notialis
Cheirostylis notialis is native to the Mediterranean region, from the Iberian Peninsula to the Middle East.
Cheirostylis notialis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cheirostylis notialis?
Cheirostylis notialis
What is the family of Cheirostylis notialis?
Orchidaceae
Where is Cheirostylis notialis found?
It is found in the Philippines.
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,