Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Sobral & Novoa
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 48: 592 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339459
Description
Chloraea riojana (also called Rioja chloraea, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Chloraea riojana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chloraea riojana has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chloraea riojana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best propagated by division. It should be grown in a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded location. It can be propagated by seed, but it is best to use fresh seeds for the best results. The seeds should be sown in a sterile medium and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Chloraea riojana
Chloraea riojana is native to the temperate forests of Argentina.
Chloraea riojana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chloraea riojana?
Chloraea riojana
What is the family of Chloraea riojana?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Chloraea riojana?
Rioja Chloraea
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,
References
Ana Sobral: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Sobral' in the authors string.