Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kaniensis
ID:
833959

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 245 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833294

Common Names

  • Kaniensis Ceratostylis
  • Kaniensis Ceratostylis Orchid
  • Ceratostylis Kaniensis

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Description

Ceratostylis kaniensis (also called Kaniensis Ceratostylis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Colombia and Ecuador. It has small, tubular flowers and is found in wet montane forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis kaniensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceratostylis kaniensis has small white flowers with yellow-green stripes. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis kaniensis is a terrestrial orchid native to Central America. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome, which should be done in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Ceratostylis kaniensis

Ceratostylis kaniensis is native to the Amazonian region of South America.

Ceratostylis kaniensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis kaniensis?

Ceratostylis kaniensis

What is the natural habitat of Ceratostylis kaniensis?

It is native to the Andes Mountains in Colombia and Ecuador.

How big does Ceratostylis kaniensis grow?

It can reach up to 2 feet in height and 2 feet in width.

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-37047: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.