Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
unifoliata
ID:
879310

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Schweinf.) Carnevali & I.Ramírez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 77(3): 551 (1990):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000878645



Common Names

  • Cleistes unifoliata
  • One-leaved Cleistes
  • One-leaved Ground Orchid


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Description

Cleistes unifoliata (also called One-leaved Cleistes, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is a small herbaceous plant with an underground rhizome, and its leaves are lanceolate and glabrous. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistes unifoliata is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cleistes unifoliata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single, long style. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistes unifoliata is a perennial herb that is native to tropical America. It is a slow-growing plant that can be propagated from seed or vegetative cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in a shady location with adequate water and fertilizer. It can be propagated by seed or vegetative cuttings.

Where to Find Cleistes unifoliata

Cleistes unifoliata can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Cleistes unifoliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistes unifoliata?

Cleistes unifoliata

What is the common name of Cleistes unifoliata?

One-leaved cleistes

What is the growth habit of Cleistes unifoliata?

It is an annual grass with a tufted growth habit

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-42305: 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.