Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 305 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833168
Common Names
- Ceratostylis Graminea
- Graminea
- Ceratostylis
Description
Ceratostylis graminea (also called Graminea 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 graminea is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is also used to make furniture and paper products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ceratostylis graminea 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ceratostylis graminea 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 graminea
Ceratostylis graminea can be found in tropical rainforests in South and Central America.
Ceratostylis graminea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis graminea?
Ceratostylis graminea
What is the common name of Ceratostylis graminea?
Grass-like ceratostylis
Where is Ceratostylis graminea native to?
New Guinea
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,