Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pringlei
ID:
934676

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) Soto Arenas

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Orquidea (Mexico City) , n.s., 11: 270 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000934014

Common Names

  • Cyclopogon pringlei
  • Pringlei Cyclopogon
  • Pringlei Grass Orchid

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Description

Cyclopogon pringlei (also called Pringle's Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cyclopogon pringlei has many ornamental uses, such as in rock gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyclopogon pringlei has white flowers with a yellow center, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have multiple, heart-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyclopogon pringlei is a species of grass native to South America. It is a perennial grass that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun, but it may need supplemental water during dry periods. It is a low-maintenance plant and does not require much fertilization.

Where to Find Cyclopogon pringlei

Cyclopogon pringlei can be found in the Atlantic forest of Brazil.

Species in the Cyclopogon genus

Cyclopogon gardneri, Cyclopogon torusus, Cyclopogon secundus, Cyclopogon cotylolabium, Cyclopogon fuscofloralis, Cyclopogon organensis, Cyclopogon adhaesus, Cyclopogon alexandrae, Cyclopogon apricus, Cyclopogon argyrifolius, Cyclopogon argyrotaenius, Cyclopogon bangii, Cyclopogon bicolor, Cyclopogon bidentatus, Cyclopogon calophyllus, Cyclopogon casanaensis, Cyclopogon cearensis, Cyclopogon chloroleucus, Cyclopogon comosus, Cyclopogon condoranus, Cyclopogon congestus, Cyclopogon cranichoides, Cyclopogon deminkiorum, Cyclopogon dressleri, Cyclopogon dusenii, Cyclopogon dutrae, Cyclopogon elatus, Cyclopogon eldorado, Cyclopogon elegans, Cyclopogon ellipticus, Cyclopogon epiphyticus, Cyclopogon estradae, Cyclopogon eugenii, Cyclopogon glabrescens, Cyclopogon goodyeroides, Cyclopogon gracilis, Cyclopogon graciliscapus, Cyclopogon hatschbachii, Cyclopogon hennisianus, Cyclopogon hirtzii, Cyclopogon iguapensis, Cyclopogon inaequilaterus, Cyclopogon itatiaiensis, Cyclopogon laxiflorus, Cyclopogon lindleyanus, Cyclopogon longibracteatus, Cyclopogon luerorum, Cyclopogon luteoalbus, Cyclopogon macer, Cyclopogon maldonadoanus,

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-52806: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.