Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 65: 474 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834128
Common Names
- Ceratostylis todjambuensis
- Todjambuensis Ceratostylis
- Ceratostylis todjambuensis
Description
Ceratostylis todjambuensis (also called Todjambu Ceratostylis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is a terrestrial herbaceous plant with a creeping rhizome. It is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Ceratostylis todjambuensis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also known for its ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. It can also be used as a ground cover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ceratostylis todjambuensis has small, yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ceratostylis todjambuensis is a terrestrial orchid native to Indonesia. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Ceratostylis todjambuensis
Ceratostylis todjambuensis can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.
Ceratostylis todjambuensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis todjambuensis?
Ceratostylis todjambuensis
What is the natural habitat of Ceratostylis todjambuensis?
Indonesia
What is the flower shape of Ceratostylis todjambuensis?
Small, tubular
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,