Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
exilis
ID:
806272

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.B.Comber) Marg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 62: 193 (2005 publ. 2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805606

Common Names

  • Crepidium exilis
  • Exilis
  • Crepidium

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Description

Crepidium exilis (also called Crepidium, among many other common names) is a perennial herb found in South East Asia. It has a creeping habit and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, growing in moist soils and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crepidium exilis is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, as it has attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crepidium exilis is white, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is a small, black, shiny, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepidium exilis is an evergreen perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soil, but can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by division, but can also be done by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Crepidium exilis

Crepidium exilis is native to the Atlantic forest of Brazil.

Crepidium exilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crepidium exilis?

Crepidium exilis

What is the growth rate of Crepidium exilis?

Crepidium exilis grows at a moderate rate.

What is the best soil type for Crepidium exilis?

Crepidium exilis prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

Species in the Crepidium genus

Crepidium angustifoveum, Crepidium aphyllum, Crepidium clemensii, Crepidium crenatilobum, Crepidium josephianum, Crepidium kandae, Crepidium parryae, Crepidium rajanum, Crepidium sagittiflorum, Crepidium samoense, Crepidium saprophytum, Crepidium sublobatum, Crepidium szlachetkianum, Crepidium tripartitum, Crepidium venosum, Crepidium yamapense, Crepidium exilis, Crepidium klimkoanum, Crepidium fontinale, Crepidium finetii, Crepidium foliosum, Crepidium gibbsiae, Crepidium hainanense, Crepidium insulare, Crepidium sichuanicum, Crepidium bahanense, Crepidium acuminatum, Crepidium alagense, Crepidium amplectens, Crepidium arachnoideum, Crepidium arietinum, Crepidium aschistum, Crepidium atratum, Crepidium atrobrachiatum, Crepidium atrosanguineum, Crepidium auratum, Crepidium balabacense, Crepidium bancanoides, Crepidium bancanum, Crepidium bataanense, Crepidium bengkulense, Crepidium biauritum, Crepidium bidentiferum, Crepidium binabayense, Crepidium bispiriferum, Crepidium brachycaulos, Crepidium brachyodontum, Crepidium bracteosum, Crepidium brevidentatum, Crepidium breviscapum,

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-343894: Based on the initial data import
James Boughtwood Comber (1929-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Comber' in the authors string.
Hanna Margońska (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marg.' in the authors string.