Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
eburnea
ID:
852093

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dressler) Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 22: 22 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000851428

Common Names

  • Chondroscaphe eburnea
  • Eburnea Chondroscaphe
  • Eburnea's Chondroscaphe

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Description

Chondroscaphe eburnea (also called Ivory Chondroscaphe, among many other common names) is an annual grass that is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sandy habitats. It has a tufted habit and its leaves are narrow, flat and have a pointed tip. The flowers are small and yellow in colour.

Uses & Benefits

Chondroscaphe eburnea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Chondroscaphe eburnea are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chondroscaphe eburnea is an evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by division or seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Chondroscaphe eburnea

Chondroscaphe eburnea can be found in Colombia.

Chondroscaphe eburnea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chondroscaphe eburnea?

Chondroscaphe eburnea

What are the common names of Chondroscaphe eburnea?

White-flowered Chondroscaphe

What is the natural habitat of Chondroscaphe eburnea?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,

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