Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
colombiana
ID:
866861

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 8: 54 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000866196

Common Names

  • Cischweinfia colombiana
  • Colombiana Wild Rye
  • Colombiana Rye Grass

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Description

Cischweinfia colombiana (also called Colombian wild rye, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Central and South America. It is a perennial grass that grows to a height of up to 1.5 m and has a rhizomatous root system. It is found in dry grasslands, steppes, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cischweinfia colombiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cischweinfia colombiana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cischweinfia colombiana is a perennial herb native to Colombia. It is a low-growing plant with a creeping habit that can reach a height of up to 30 cm (11.8 in). It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Cischweinfia colombiana

Cischweinfia colombiana can be found in Central and South America.

Cischweinfia colombiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cischweinfia colombiana?

Cischweinfia colombiana

What is the common name of Cischweinfia colombiana?

Colombian Cischweinfia

What is the natural habitat of Cischweinfia colombiana?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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-41109: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.