Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
chironii
ID:
917859

Status:
valid

Authors:
Archila

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 10: 183 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000917194



Common Names

  • Chironii Chysis
  • Chysis Chironii
  • Chironii Chysis


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Description

Chysis chironii (also called Chiron's Chysis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America. It is an epiphytic or lithophytic plant, growing to 0.3–1 m (1–3 ft) tall, with linear leaves and small yellow flowers in summer.

Uses & Benefits

Chysis chironii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and for its medicinal properties, including its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chysis chironii is small and white in colour. Its seed is small and round in shape. Its seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chysis chironii is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 m (13 ft) tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C (77-86°F). Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Chysis chironii

Chysis chironii can be found in Central America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

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-462521: Based on the initial data import
Fredy Archila (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Archila' in the authors string.