Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mamberamensis
ID:
834173

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 14: 384 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833508

Common Names

  • Ceratostylis mamberamensis
  • Mamberamensis Ceratostylis
  • Mamberamensis Ceratostylis

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Description

Ceratostylis mamberamensis (also called Mamberam ceratostylis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Chrysobalanaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 15 m tall, with a trunk up to 30 cm in diameter. It is native to Central and South America, from Nicaragua south to Bolivia and Brazil, and is found in wet lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis mamberamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ceratostylis mamberamensis is yellow, with five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis mamberamensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early autumn and pot them up in a free-draining compost. Place the pot in a warm, bright spot and keep the compost moist. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Ceratostylis mamberamensis

Ceratostylis mamberamensis is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Ceratostylis mamberamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis mamberamensis?

Ceratostylis mamberamensis

What is the common name of Ceratostylis mamberamensis?

Mamberamo ceratostylis

Where is Ceratostylis mamberamensis found?

Ceratostylis mamberamensis is found in 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,

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