Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
serpens
ID:
808818

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Rheedea 15: 87 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808152



Common Names

  • Cheirostylis serpens
  • Serpent Cheirostylis
  • Serpent Cheirostylis Plant


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cheirostylis serpens 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 serpens 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 serpens

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

Cheirostylis serpens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cheirostylis serpens?

Cheirostylis serpens

What is the common name of Cheirostylis serpens?

Serpent Cheirostylis

What type of plant is Cheirostylis serpens?

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,

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