Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Marg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 39: 65 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364075
Common Names
- Crepidium
- Lobed Crepidium
- Lobed-leaved Crepidium
Synonyms
- Malaxis sublobata (J.J.Sm.) J.J.Wood [unknown]
- Microstylis sublobata J.J.Sm. [unknown]
Description
Crepidium sublobatum (also called Crepidium, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 2 meters tall. Its leaves are elliptic-oblong and have three to five lobes. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in forests, woodlands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Crepidium sublobatum is a popular ornamental plant used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crepidium sublobatum has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crepidium sublobatum is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, Crepidium sublobatum is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Crepidium sublobatum
Crepidium sublobatum is found in the tropical regions of South America.
Crepidium sublobatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crepidium sublobatum?
Crepidium sublobatum
What is the common name of Crepidium sublobatum?
Sublobate crepidium
What is the natural habitat of Crepidium sublobatum?
Tropical rainforests
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,