Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
878658

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 35: 26 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000877993



Common Names

  • Cleistes brasiliensis
  • Brazilian Cleistes
  • Brazilian Twinflower


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Description

Cleistes brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Cleistes, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Old World. It is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands, savannas, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistes brasiliensis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has also been used for erosion control and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleistes brasiliensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistes brasiliensis is a small terrestrial orchid species native to Brazil. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several smaller pieces, each with at least one leaf and one root. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Cleistes brasiliensis

Cleistes brasiliensis can be found in Brazil.

Cleistes brasiliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistes brasiliensis?

Cleistes brasiliensis

What is the common name of Cleistes brasiliensis?

Brazilian cleistes

Where is Cleistes brasiliensis found?

Cleistes brasiliensis is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-42241: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.