Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ingloria
ID:
843059

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Carr

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 8: 217 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000842394

Common Names

  • Chelonistele ingloria
  • Inglorious Orchid
  • Inglorious Lip Orchid

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Description

Chelonistele ingloria (also called Inglorious Chelonistele, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the grass family. It is native to the temperate regions of Asia, Europe and North America, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chelonistele ingloria is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chelonistele ingloria flower is a spikelet, with a single floret, and is usually greenish-brown. The seed is a caryopsis, and the seedling is a grass-like plant with a single, erect stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chelonistele ingloria is a cool season grass that is easy to grow and propagate. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in early spring in a prepared seed bed. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in early spring or fall and replant the divisions.

Where to Find Chelonistele ingloria

Chelonistele ingloria can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Chelonistele ingloria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chelonistele ingloria?

Chelonistele ingloria

What is the common name of Chelonistele ingloria?

Inglorious orchid

What is the growth habit of Chelonistele ingloria?

It is an epiphytic orchid with a creeping growth habit.

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-38837: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
Cedric Errol Carr (1892-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carr' in the authors string.