Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
oreophila
ID:
834272

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 248 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833607

Common Names

  • Ceratostylis oreophila
  • Oreophila Ceratostylis
  • Ceratostylis Oreophila

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Description

Ceratostylis oreophila (also called Mountain-loving Ceratostylis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, and grows in wet forests and along streams. It has oblong leaves that are up to 10 cm long and 4 cm wide.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis oreophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceratostylis oreophila has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis oreophila is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is slow and difficult, but cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium. The plant can also be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ceratostylis oreophila

Ceratostylis oreophila is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Ceratostylis oreophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis oreophila?

Ceratostylis oreophila

What is the common name of Ceratostylis oreophila?

Oreophila

Where is Ceratostylis oreophila found?

Central 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-37079: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.