Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rodriguesii
ID:
879170

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) Campacci

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Bol. CAOB 58: 50 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000878505



Common Names

  • Rodrigues' Cleistes
  • Cleistes rodriguesii
  • Cleistes


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Description

Cleistes rodriguesii (also called 'Rodrigues' Cleistes', 'Rodrigues Cleistes' and 'Rodrigues' Airplant', among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves with toothed edges and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistes rodriguesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cleistes rodriguesii has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in panicles. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistes rodriguesii is an evergreen perennial that is native to Brazil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun but can tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It is also relatively pest and disease resistant.

Where to Find Cleistes rodriguesii

Cleistes rodriguesii is native to Brazil.

Cleistes rodriguesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistes rodriguesii?

Cleistes rodriguesii

What is the common name of Cleistes rodriguesii?

Rodrigues' Cleistes

What is the growth habit of Cleistes rodriguesii?

It is a terrestrial orchid that grows up to 30cm 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-42291: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
Marcos Antonio Campacci (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Campacci' in the authors string.