Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
humidicola
ID:
878855

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Arch. Bot. São Paulo 1: 180 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000878190



Common Names

  • Cleistes humidicola
  • Humidicola Lyme Grass
  • Humidicola Wild Rye


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Description

Cleistes humidicola (also called Humidicola 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 humidicola 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

The flower of Cleistes humidicola is a small, yellowish-white spikelet, which is usually borne in clusters of two to five. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped grain. The seedlings are thin and grass-like, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistes humidicola is a perennial herb that can be grown in a wide range of soils and climates. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and should be covered lightly with soil. Division can be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Cleistes humidicola

Cleistes humidicola can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil and Peru.

Cleistes humidicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistes humidicola?

Cleistes humidicola

What is the common name of Cleistes humidicola?

Humidicola Cleistes

What is the natural habitat of Cleistes humidicola?

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-42260: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.