Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
huberi
ID:
878843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carnevali & I.Ramírez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 77: 549 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000878178



Common Names

  • Cleistes Huberi
  • Huber's Cleistes
  • Huber Cleistes


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Description

Cleistes huberi (also called Huber's Cleistes, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has a tufted habit and its stems are up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are linear, and its flowers are white.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistes huberi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control on hillsides and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cleistes huberi has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistes huberi is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt. It is a good choice for erosion control and is often used in landscaping.

Where to Find Cleistes huberi

Cleistes huberi is native to parts of Brazil. It is typically found in open, grassy areas.

Cleistes huberi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistes huberi?

Cleistes huberi

What is the common name of Cleistes huberi?

Huber's Cleistes

What is the natural habitat of Cleistes huberi?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-42259: Based on the initial data import
Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Ivón Mercedes Ramírez Morillo (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Ramírez' in the authors string.