Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
risaraldensis
ID:
1322852

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szlach. & Baranow

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 49: 378 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335306



Common Names

  • Cleistes risaraldensis
  • Risaralda Cleistes
  • Risaralda Orchid


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Description

Cleistes risaraldensis (also called Risaralda Cleistes, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia. It has a single, thin, cylindrical leaf and a short, thin stem. The flowers are small and white, with a yellow lip. It typically grows in humid, shady areas, such as the canopy of tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistes risaraldensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleistes risaraldensis is white in color with a diameter of 2 cm. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and long with a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistes risaraldensis is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or division of the root clump.

Where to Find Cleistes risaraldensis

Cleistes risaraldensis is native to Colombia, where it can be found in the tropical forests of the Amazon Basin.

Cleistes risaraldensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistes risaraldensis?

Cleistes risaraldensis

What type of plant is Cleistes risaraldensis?

It is an orchid.

Where is Cleistes risaraldensis found?

It is found in Colombia.

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Przemysław Baranow: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baranow' in the authors string.