Cleisostoma bicrure - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bicrure
ID:
873988
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ridl.) Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 170 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000873323
Common Names
- Cleisostoma Bicrure
- Belophorum Cleisostoma
- Cleisostoma Belophorum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cleisostoma bicrure (also called two-spur cleisostoma, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and along the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Cleisostoma bicrure is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cleisostoma bicrure has small, white flowers with three petals and three sepals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cleisostoma bicrure is a perennial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be planted in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate occasional flooding. It should be fertilized regularly to maintain its vigor. It can be mowed to keep it from becoming too tall and unruly.
Where to Find Cleisostoma bicrure
Cleisostoma bicrure can be found in moist meadows, ditches, and shallow water in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Cleisostoma bicrure FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cleisostoma bicrure?
Cleisostoma bicrure
What is the common name of Cleisostoma bicrure?
Two-horned Cleisostoma
What is the natural habitat of Cleisostoma bicrure?
Moist forests and grasslands
Species in the Cleisostoma genus
Cleisostoma melanorachis, Cleisostoma subulifolium, Cleisostoma lohii, Cleisostoma appendiculatum, Cleisostoma arietinum, Cleisostoma aspersum, Cleisostoma beccarii, Cleisostoma belophorum, Cleisostoma bicrure, Cleisostoma bilamellatum, Cleisostoma birmanicum, Cleisostoma brachystachys, Cleisostoma buruense, Cleisostoma callosilobum, Cleisostoma capricorne, Cleisostoma chantaburiense, Cleisostoma chapaense, Cleisostoma complicatum, Cleisostoma crassissimum, Cleisostoma crochetii, Cleisostoma discolor, Cleisostoma duplicilobum, Cleisostoma equestre, Cleisostoma filiforme, Cleisostoma firmulum, Cleisostoma fissicors, Cleisostoma flexum, Cleisostoma fuerstenbergianum, Cleisostoma gjellerupii, Cleisostoma halophilum, Cleisostoma holttumii, Cleisostoma inflatum, Cleisostoma javanicum, Cleisostoma kerrii, Cleisostoma koeteiense, Cleisostoma krabiense, Cleisostoma lendyana, Cleisostoma linearilobatum, Cleisostoma litoreum, Cleisostoma longioperculatum, Cleisostoma longipaniculatum, Cleisostoma loratum, Cleisostoma macrostachyum, Cleisostoma medogense, Cleisostoma menghaiense, Cleisostoma montanum, Cleisostoma muticum, Cleisostoma nangongense, Cleisostoma nieuwenhuissii, Cleisostoma odoratum,
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-41791: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.