Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ayangannensis
ID:
1327598

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szlach. & Baranow

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 63: 488 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340052



Common Names

  • Cleistes Ayangannensis
  • Ayangann Cleistes
  • Ayangann


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Description

Cleistes ayangannensis (also called Ayanganna cleistes, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid that can reach up to 40 cm in height. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistes ayangannensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its essential oils, which are used in aromatherapy and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cleistes ayangannensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are hairy and toothed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistes ayangannensis is an orchid that can be propagated by seed or division of the rhizomes. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Cleistes ayangannensis

Cleistes ayangannensis can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia.

Cleistes ayangannensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistes ayangannensis?

Cleistes ayangannensis

What is the common name of Cleistes ayangannensis?

Ayanganna Cleistes

Where is Cleistes ayangannensis native to?

Venezuela

Species in the Cleistes genus

Cleistes pusilla, Cleistes acuminata, Cleistes aphylla, Cleistes australis, Cleistes bella, Cleistes brasiliensis, Cleistes calantha, Cleistes caloptera, Cleistes carautae, Cleistes castaneoides, Cleistes catharinensis, Cleistes cipoana, Cleistes costaricensis, Cleistes elegantula, Cleistes exilis, Cleistes fragrans, Cleistes gert-hatschbachiana, Cleistes grandiflora, Cleistes huberi, Cleistes humidicola, Cleistes ionoglossa, Cleistes itatiaiae, Cleistes latiglossa, Cleistes latipetala, Cleistes latiplume, Cleistes lenheirensis, Cleistes lepida, Cleistes libonii, Cleistes liliastrum, Cleistes macrantha, Cleistes magnifica, Cleistes mantiqueirae, Cleistes metallina, Cleistes miersii, Cleistes monantha, Cleistes montana, Cleistes moritzii, Cleistes nana, Cleistes paludosa, Cleistes paranaensis, Cleistes parviflora, Cleistes paulensis, Cleistes pluriflora, Cleistes quadricallosa, Cleistes ramboi, Cleistes revoluta, Cleistes rodeiensis, Cleistes rodriguesii, Cleistes rosea, Cleistes silveirana,

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Przemysław Baranow: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baranow' in the authors string.