Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
neriifolia
ID:
835453

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Boiteau

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie & Dépend. 10: 231 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834788

Common Names

  • Cerberiopsis Neriifolia
  • Neriifolia Orchid
  • Neriifolia Cerberiopsis

Searching for Cerberiopsis neriifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Cerberiopsis neriifolia (also called Neriifolia Cerberiopsis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It has a compact growth habit and grows up to 6 inches tall with small pink flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and bright, indirect light.

Uses & Benefits

Cerberiopsis neriifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cerberiopsis neriifolia has small, yellow-green flowers with red anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and thick, with broad, fleshy leaves.

Searching for Cerberiopsis neriifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Cerberiopsis neriifolia is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is a small, evergreen plant with thin, delicate leaves. The flowers are small and white, with a yellow center. It is best grown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Cerberiopsis neriifolia

Cerberiopsis neriifolia is native to South America. It can be found in the wild growing in moist, shady forests.

Cerberiopsis neriifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cerberiopsis neriifolia?

Cerberiopsis neriifolia

What is the common name of Cerberiopsis neriifolia?

Neriifolia Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Cerberiopsis neriifolia?

Cerberiopsis neriifolia is native to Madagascar

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-37198: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Pierre Boiteau (1911-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiteau' in the authors string.