Cleisostoma rolfeanum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rolfeanum
ID:
875520
Status:
valid
Authors:
(King & Pantl.) Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 174 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000874855
Common Names
- Cleisostoma rolfeanum
- Rolfe's Riceflower
- Riceflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cleisostoma rolfeanum (also called Rolfe's Cleisostoma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub species. It is a small shrub with a height of up to 1 m. It has glossy green leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Cleisostoma rolfeanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cleisostoma rolfeanum has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cleisostoma rolfeanum is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is propagated by division or by seed. It requires regular watering and fertilization to maintain its vigor.
Where to Find Cleisostoma rolfeanum
Cleisostoma rolfeanum is native to tropical Asia. It can be found in moist, shady, and disturbed habitats.
Cleisostoma rolfeanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cleisostoma rolfeanum?
Cleisostoma rolfeanum
What is the common name of Cleisostoma rolfeanum?
Rolfe's Cleisostoma
What is the habitat of Cleisostoma rolfeanum?
Cleisostoma rolfeanum is found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands
Species in the Cleisostoma genus
Cleisostoma melanorachis, Cleisostoma subulifolium, Cleisostoma lohii, Cleisostoma appendiculatum, Cleisostoma arietinum, Cleisostoma aspersum, Cleisostoma beccarii, Cleisostoma belophorum, Cleisostoma bicrure, Cleisostoma bilamellatum, Cleisostoma birmanicum, Cleisostoma brachystachys, Cleisostoma buruense, Cleisostoma callosilobum, Cleisostoma capricorne, Cleisostoma chantaburiense, Cleisostoma chapaense, Cleisostoma complicatum, Cleisostoma crassissimum, Cleisostoma crochetii, Cleisostoma discolor, Cleisostoma duplicilobum, Cleisostoma equestre, Cleisostoma filiforme, Cleisostoma firmulum, Cleisostoma fissicors, Cleisostoma flexum, Cleisostoma fuerstenbergianum, Cleisostoma gjellerupii, Cleisostoma halophilum, Cleisostoma holttumii, Cleisostoma inflatum, Cleisostoma javanicum, Cleisostoma kerrii, Cleisostoma koeteiense, Cleisostoma krabiense, Cleisostoma lendyana, Cleisostoma linearilobatum, Cleisostoma litoreum, Cleisostoma longioperculatum, Cleisostoma longipaniculatum, Cleisostoma loratum, Cleisostoma macrostachyum, Cleisostoma medogense, Cleisostoma menghaiense, Cleisostoma montanum, Cleisostoma muticum, Cleisostoma nangongense, Cleisostoma nieuwenhuissii, Cleisostoma odoratum,
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-41938: Based on the initial data import
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Robert Pantling (1856-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pantl.' in the authors string.