Status:
valid
Authors:
Dressler
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Novon 10(3): 194. 2000 [12 Sep 2000]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000858370
Common Names
- Addita Hairgrass
- Chysis addita
- Hairgrass
Description
Chysis addita (also called Chysis addita, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in a variety of habitats, from open meadows to dry, sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Chysis addita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Chysis addita are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chysis addita is a perennial grass native to South America. It prefers full sun and is tolerant of drought. It can be propagated by seed or division and can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Chysis addita
Chysis addita is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Chysis addita FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chysis addita?
Chysis addita
What is the common name of Chysis addita?
Addite Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Chysis addita?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Species in the Chysis genus
Chysis violacea,
Chysis addita,
Chysis aurea,
Chysis bractescens,
Chysis bruennowiana,
Chysis laevis,
Chysis limminghei,
Chysis tricostata,
Chysis archilae,
Chysis chironii,
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,