Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
linearifolius
ID:
923763

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr.) J.J.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Orchids Mount Kinabalu 2: 243 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000923098



Common Names

  • Cylindrolobus Linearifolius
  • Linearifolius Cylindrolobus
  • Linearifolius Orchid


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Description

Cylindrolobus linearifolius (also called 'Linear-leaved Groundsel', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and linear leaves. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas and can be found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Cylindrolobus linearifolius is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cylindrolobus linearifolius has small, white flowers with long, thin petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cylindrolobus linearifolius is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America. It is a slow-growing plant that prefers partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizome. The plant can also be propagated by seed, but this is a slow process and requires specialized equipment and knowledge.

Where to Find Cylindrolobus linearifolius

Cylindrolobus linearifolius can be found in Australia.

Species in the Cylindrolobus genus

Cylindrolobus fastigatifolius, Cylindrolobus cootesii, Cylindrolobus aliciae, Cylindrolobus perspicabilis, Cylindrolobus marginatus, Cylindrolobus cristatus, Cylindrolobus tenuicaulis, Cylindrolobus nutans, Cylindrolobus linearifolius, Cylindrolobus longissimus, Cylindrolobus elisheae, Cylindrolobus alboluteus, Cylindrolobus kalabakanensis, Cylindrolobus elatus, Cylindrolobus longpasiaensis, Cylindrolobus aporoides, Cylindrolobus biflorus, Cylindrolobus brachystachyus, Cylindrolobus clavicaulis, Cylindrolobus compressus, Cylindrolobus erythrostictus, Cylindrolobus exappendiculatus, Cylindrolobus gramineus, Cylindrolobus hallieri, Cylindrolobus jensenianus, Cylindrolobus kandarianus, Cylindrolobus kenejianus, Cylindrolobus leucanthus, Cylindrolobus longerepens, Cylindrolobus mucronatus, Cylindrolobus pinguis, Cylindrolobus quadricolor, Cylindrolobus rhodoleucus, Cylindrolobus soronensis, Cylindrolobus truncatus, Cylindrolobus validus, Cylindrolobus verruculosus, Cylindrolobus virginalis, Cylindrolobus warianus, Cylindrolobus arunachalensis, Cylindrolobus hegdei, Cylindrolobus lohitensis, Cylindrolobus glanduliferus, Cylindrolobus benchaii, Cylindrolobus beccarianus, Cylindrolobus burleyi, Cylindrolobus carneus, Cylindrolobus clemensiorum, Cylindrolobus neglectus, Cylindrolobus puakensis,

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

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.