Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
878726

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 7: 206 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000878061



Common Names

  • Cleistes costaricensis
  • Costa Rican Cleistes
  • Costa Rican Orchid


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Description

Cleistes costaricensis (also called Costa Rican Cleistes, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Costa Rica. It has a single, thin, upright stem with two or three thin, upright leaves. The flowers are white and fragrant, and they grow in clusters at the top of the stem. It is found in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistes costaricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cleistes costaricensis has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are green and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistes costaricensis is a small, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Cleistes costaricensis

Cleistes costaricensis can be found in the Brazilian states of Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo.

Cleistes costaricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistes costaricensis?

Cleistes costaricensis

What type of plant is Cleistes costaricensis?

Orchid

Where is Cleistes costaricensis found?

Costa Rica

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-42248: Based on the initial data import
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.