Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
vargasii
ID:
879321

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Schweinf.) Medley

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 12: 102 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000878656



Common Names

  • Cleistes vargasii
  • Vargas' Plume
  • Vargas' Cleistes


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Description

Cleistes vargasii (also called Vargas' 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 vargasii is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleistes vargasii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistes vargasii is a terrestrial orchid native to Brazil. It is a small, terrestrial orchid with a single, thin, erect stem. It is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Cleistes vargasii

Cleistes vargasii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Cleistes vargasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistes vargasii?

Cleistes vargasii

What is the common name of Cleistes vargasii?

Vargas' cleistes

What is the growth habit of Cleistes vargasii?

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-42306: Based on the initial data import
Max E. Medley (d.1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Medley' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.