Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
glaucophyllus
ID:
948887

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 8: 567 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000948225



Common Names

  • Elleanthus Glaucophyllus
  • Glaucous-Leaved Elleanthus
  • Glaucous-Leaved Star-Gazer


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Description

Elleanthus glaucophyllus (also called Glaucophyllus Elleanthus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and northern South America. It is found in wet forests, often in the understory of taller trees, at elevations of 500-1700 m. It has a short stem with a single, large, leathery leaf and a single, large, white flower.

Uses & Benefits

Elleanthus glaucophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Elleanthus glaucophyllus has small, yellow-green flowers with a white center. Seed: The seed of Elleanthus glaucophyllus is small and round. Seedlings: The seedlings of Elleanthus glaucophyllus are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elleanthus glaucophyllus is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, though germination is slow and erratic.

Where to Find Elleanthus glaucophyllus

Elleanthus glaucophyllus is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, and Guangxi.

Species in the Elleanthus genus

Elleanthus capitatellus, Elleanthus decipiens, Elleanthus ligularis, Elleanthus carinatus, Elleanthus amethystinoides, Elleanthus amethystinus, Elleanthus ampliflorus, Elleanthus aristatus, Elleanthus arpophyllostachys, Elleanthus asplundii, Elleanthus aurantiacus, Elleanthus aureus, Elleanthus auriculatus, Elleanthus bifarius, Elleanthus blatteus, Elleanthus bogotensis, Elleanthus bonplandii, Elleanthus bradeorum, Elleanthus brasiliensis, Elleanthus capitatus, Elleanthus caravata, Elleanthus caricoides, Elleanthus caroli, Elleanthus caveroi, Elleanthus cephalotus, Elleanthus cinnabarinus, Elleanthus columnaris, Elleanthus condorensis, Elleanthus confusus, Elleanthus congestus, Elleanthus conifer, Elleanthus cordidactylus, Elleanthus coriifolius, Elleanthus crinipes, Elleanthus discolor, Elleanthus dussii, Elleanthus ecuadorensis, Elleanthus ensatus, Elleanthus escobarii, Elleanthus flavescens, Elleanthus formosus, Elleanthus fractiflexus, Elleanthus furfuraceus, Elleanthus gastroglottis, Elleanthus glaucophyllus, Elleanthus glomera, Elleanthus gracilis, Elleanthus graminifolius, Elleanthus grandiflorus, Elleanthus haematoxanthus,

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-66581: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.