Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
caespitosa
ID:
833493

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6: 96 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000832828

Common Names

  • Ceratostylis caespitosa
  • Caespitosa Ceratostylis
  • Caespitosa Orchid

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Description

Ceratostylis caespitosa (also called Cespitose Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, thin, curved stem that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It grows in humid forests and on tree trunks, and is found in Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis caespitosa is a small to medium-sized shrub, commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a rounded crown and can reach a height of 2 m. The leaves are pinnate, with 7–11 leaflets. The flowers are small, yellow-green, and appear in the spring. The fruit is a samara, with a single seed encased in a thin, papery wing.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceratostylis caespitosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers that appear in the spring. Its seeds are small and winged, and its seedlings have a single stem with opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis caespitosa is a small, deciduous shrub that typically grows to a height of 1-2 m (3-6 ft). It prefers a sunny position and is tolerant of a wide range of soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ceratostylis caespitosa

Ceratostylis caespitosa can be found in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia.

Ceratostylis caespitosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis caespitosa?

Ceratostylis caespitosa

What is the common name of Ceratostylis caespitosa?

Tufted Ceratostylis

What is the natural habitat of Ceratostylis caespitosa?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Ceratostylis genus

Ceratostylis acutifolia, Ceratostylis acutilabris, Ceratostylis alata, Ceratostylis alberteduardi, Ceratostylis albiflora, Ceratostylis alpina, Ceratostylis alticola, Ceratostylis ampullacea, Ceratostylis anceps, Ceratostylis angiensis, Ceratostylis angustifolia, Ceratostylis anjasmorensis, Ceratostylis arfakensis, Ceratostylis armeria, Ceratostylis backeri, Ceratostylis baliensis, Ceratostylis borneensis, Ceratostylis braccata, Ceratostylis brachyphylla, Ceratostylis brevibrachiata, Ceratostylis breviceps, Ceratostylis breviclavata, Ceratostylis brevicostata, Ceratostylis brevipes, Ceratostylis bulbophylli, Ceratostylis caespitosa, Ceratostylis calcarata, Ceratostylis calceiformis, Ceratostylis capitata, Ceratostylis cebolleta, Ceratostylis ciliolata, Ceratostylis clathrata, Ceratostylis clavata, Ceratostylis compressicaulis, Ceratostylis crassifolia, Ceratostylis crassilingua, Ceratostylis crassipetala, Ceratostylis culminicola, Ceratostylis curvimentum, Ceratostylis dataensis, Ceratostylis dischorensis, Ceratostylis elmeri, Ceratostylis eria, Ceratostylis evrardii, Ceratostylis ficinioides, Ceratostylis flavescens, Ceratostylis formicifera, Ceratostylis glabra, Ceratostylis glabriflora, Ceratostylis gracilicaulis,

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-37002: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.