Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pilosulum
ID:
873735

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gagn.) Seidenf. & Garav

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Tidsskr. 67: 120 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000873070



Common Names

  • Cleisomeria pilosulum
  • Hairy Cleisomeria
  • Pilose Cleisomeria


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Description

Cleisomeria pilosulum (also called Bamboo, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the grass family Poaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as riverbanks and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cleisomeria pilosulum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cleisomeria pilosulum has flowers that are small and yellowish-green in color. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are thin and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleisomeria pilosulum is a tropical grass native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a slow-growing species that prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a warm, moist environment and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. When propagating by division, it is best to divide the clumps in the spring or fall and replant in a new location.

Where to Find Cleisomeria pilosulum

Cleisomeria pilosulum is found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

Species in the Cleisomeria genus

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-41767: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.