Cleistes triflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triflora
ID:
879279
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.Schweinf.) Carnevali & I.Ramírez
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Orchids Venezuela , ed. 2: 1130 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000878614
Common Names
- Cleistes triflora
- Three-flowered Cleistes
- Three-flowered Ground Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cleistes triflora (also called three-petalled cleistes, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Caribbean and parts of Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Cleistes triflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cleistes triflora is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cleistes triflora is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and is moderately salt tolerant. It is best grown in a sunny location with regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Cleistes triflora
Cleistes triflora can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Cleistes triflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cleistes triflora?
Cleistes triflora
What is the family of Cleistes triflora?
Orchidaceae
Where is Cleistes triflora found?
Central and South America
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-42302: Based on the initial data import
Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.
Ivón Mercedes Ramírez Morillo (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Ramírez' in the authors string.