Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
glabra
ID:
833795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 9: 193 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833130

Common Names

  • Ceratostylis Glabra
  • Glabra
  • Ceratostylis

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Description

Ceratostylis glabra (also called Glabra Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species endemic to the tropical rainforest of South America. It has long, thin, pale green leaves and produces small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It is found in humid, shady areas in the lowland rainforest and grows on trees and other plants.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis glabra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ceratostylis glabra are yellow and tubular, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are long and thin with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis glabra can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained seedling mix and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist sand or a soil-less medium. The plants should be grown in full sun in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ceratostylis glabra

Ceratostylis glabra is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Ceratostylis glabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis glabra?

Ceratostylis glabra

What is the family of Ceratostylis glabra?

Orchidaceae

Where is Ceratostylis glabra found?

Ceratostylis glabra is found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

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,

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