Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cylindrostachya
ID:
847995

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Syn. Pl. : 15 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000847330



Common Names

  • Chloraea cylindrostachya
  • Cylindrical-Spiked Chloraea
  • Cylindrical-Spiked Orchid


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Description

Chloraea cylindrostachya (also called Chilean Bellflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It is a clump-forming herb with long, bell-shaped flowers that are usually white or pink in color. It is found in moist, open woods and is often used in landscaping and restoration projects.

Uses & Benefits

Chloraea cylindrostachya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including treating fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chloraea cylindrostachya is a small, white spikelet. The seed of this plant is a small, dark brown caryopsis. The seedlings are slender and have a reddish-brown hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chloraea cylindrostachya is a perennial grass that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the clumps in the spring or by seed. The seed should be sown in the spring or fall in a sunny location and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Chloraea cylindrostachya

Chloraea cylindrostachya is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Chloraea cylindrostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chloraea cylindrostachya?

Chloraea cylindrostachya

What is the common name of Chloraea cylindrostachya?

Cylindrical-spiked Chloraea

What is the natural habitat of Chloraea cylindrostachya?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Chloraea genus

Chloraea curicana, Chloraea alpina, Chloraea apinnula, Chloraea barbata, Chloraea bella, Chloraea bidentata, Chloraea biserialis, Chloraea bletioides, Chloraea boliviana, Chloraea calantha, Chloraea castillonii, Chloraea chica, Chloraea chrysantha, Chloraea cogniauxii, Chloraea crispa, Chloraea cristata, Chloraea cuneata, Chloraea cylindrostachya, Chloraea deflexa, Chloraea densipapillosa, Chloraea disoides, Chloraea elegans, Chloraea fiebrigiana, Chloraea fonkii, Chloraea galeata, Chloraea gavilu, Chloraea grandiflora, Chloraea heteroglossa, Chloraea lamellata, Chloraea laxiflora, Chloraea lechleri, Chloraea longipetala, Chloraea magellanica, Chloraea major, Chloraea membranacea, Chloraea multiflora, Chloraea multilineolata, Chloraea nudilabia, Chloraea pavonii, Chloraea philippii, Chloraea phoenicea, Chloraea piquichen, Chloraea praecincta, Chloraea prodigiosa, Chloraea reticulata, Chloraea septentrionalis, Chloraea speciosa, Chloraea subpandurata, Chloraea tectata, Chloraea venosa,

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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