Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
paludosa
ID:
879075

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 22: 816 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000878410



Common Names

  • Marsh Cleistes
  • Cleistes
  • Marsh Orchid


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Description

Cleistes paludosa (also called Marsh cleistes, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of 0.3–1.2 m and has a tufted habit. It is found in dry, sandy soils and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistes paludosa is used as an ornamental plant, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cleistes paludosa has white flowers with yellow anthers and a long spur. The seeds are brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistes paludosa is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is an epiphytic orchid, growing to a height of 0.5–1 m. It is cultivated as an ornamental plant. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes, which should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Cleistes paludosa

Cleistes paludosa can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Cleistes paludosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistes paludosa?

Cleistes paludosa

What is the common name of Cleistes paludosa?

Marsh Cleistes

What is the growth habit of Cleistes paludosa?

It is an evergreen, perennial herb with erect stems reaching up to 0.5m in height.

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,

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