Chelonistele lurida - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lurida
ID:
843125
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pfitzer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 50 II B 7: 138 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000842460
Common Names
- Lurida Wheatgrass
- Chelonistele Lurida
- Chelonistele Lurida Wheatgrass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chelonistele lurida (also called Chelonistele lurida, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Europe. It has a tufted habit and grows to a height of up to 1 m. It is found in open grasslands, shrublands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Chelonistele lurida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a forage crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Chelonistele lurida has a spike-like inflorescence with small, yellow flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, dark brown, and have awns. Seedlings: Chelonistele lurida seedlings have a long, narrow leaf blade with a white midrib.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chelonistele lurida is a species of orchid native to Central Asia. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees and can reach a height of up to 1m. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the clumps. It is drought tolerant and can be used for erosion control.
Where to Find Chelonistele lurida
Chelonistele lurida can be found in South America, Africa, and Asia.
Chelonistele lurida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chelonistele lurida?
Chelonistele lurida
What is the common name of Chelonistele lurida?
Lurid Bellflower
What is the natural habitat of Chelonistele lurida?
Chelonistele lurida is found in moist, open grasslands and meadows in the northern hemisphere.
Species in the Chelonistele genus
Chelonistele senagangensis, Chelonistele amplissima, Chelonistele brevilamellata, Chelonistele dentifera, Chelonistele ingloria, Chelonistele laetitia-reginae, Chelonistele lamellulifera, Chelonistele lurida, Chelonistele ramentacea, Chelonistele richardsii, Chelonistele sulphurea, Chelonistele unguiculata, Chelonistele devogelii, Chelonistele maximae-reginae,
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-38843: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Hugo Heinrich Pfitzer (1846-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pfitzer' in the authors string.