Status:
valid
Authors:
R.González
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 31: 34 (1995).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221479
Common Names
- Kreodanthus
- Cascading Orchid
- Cascading Star Orchid
Description
Kreodanthus casillasii (also called Casillas' Kreodanthus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Araceae family. It is an epiphytic herb with a creeping rhizome, and is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It prefers moist, shady habitats such as tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Kreodanthus casillasii is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kreodanthus casillasii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kreodanthus casillasii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix until roots form. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be kept in partial shade.
Where to Find Kreodanthus casillasii
Kreodanthus casillasii is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca.
Kreodanthus casillasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kreodanthus casillasii?
Kreodanthus casillasii
What is the common name of Kreodanthus casillasii?
Casillas' Kreodanthus
What is the family of Kreodanthus casillasii?
Asteraceae
Species in the Kreodanthus genus
Kreodanthus casillasii,
Kreodanthus crispifolius,
Kreodanthus ecuadorensis,
Kreodanthus elatus,
Kreodanthus loxoglottis,
Kreodanthus ovatilabius,
Kreodanthus secundus,
Kreodanthus simplex,
Kreodanthus myrmex,
Kreodanthus bugabae,
Kreodanthus cajamarcae,
Kreodanthus curvatus,
Kreodanthus sytsmae,
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,