Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
seidelii
ID:
864152

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pabst

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bradea 1: 165 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000863487



Common Names

  • Seidel's Cirrhaea
  • Seidel's Leafless Orchid
  • Cirrhaea seidelii


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Description

Cirrhaea seidelii (also called Seidel's Cirrhaea, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the mountains of western South America, from Colombia to Peru. It grows in moist, shady forests at elevations of 0 to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Cirrhaea seidelii is used as an ornamental grass in landscaping and as a food source for grazing animals. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirrhaea seidelii is a small, white spikelet, with a single floret per spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis with a single seed per spikelet. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirrhaea seidelii is a perennial plant native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Plant seeds in a well-prepared seed bed in spring or fall. Division can be done in spring or fall. Dig up the clumps and divide them into smaller pieces, making sure each piece has some roots attached. Plant the divisions in a prepared bed and water well.

Where to Find Cirrhaea seidelii

Cirrhaea seidelii is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Cirrhaea seidelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirrhaea seidelii?

Cirrhaea seidelii

What is the natural habitat of Cirrhaea seidelii?

Cirrhaea seidelii is found in moist to wet meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

What is the flowering season of Cirrhaea seidelii?

Cirrhaea seidelii flowers from May to October.

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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