Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bractescens
ID:
859087

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 26(Misc.): 61 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000858422



Common Names

  • Chysis bractescens
  • Bractescens Orchid
  • Bractescens Flower


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Description

Chysis bractescens (also called Bracted Hairgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to South America. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is characterized by its narrow, gray-green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chysis bractescens is a species of grass that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a forage grass for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chysis bractescens has yellow flowers with a red center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chysis bractescens can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Where to Find Chysis bractescens

Chysis bractescens is native to Mexico and Central America.

Chysis bractescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chysis bractescens?

Chysis bractescens

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Orchidaceae

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-40375: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.