Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ovatilabius
ID:
222156

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames & Correll) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bradea 2: 199 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221485

Common Names

  • Kreodanthus
  • Cascading Orchid
  • Cascading Star Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Erythrodes ovatilabia Ames & Correll [unknown]

Description

Kreodanthus ovatilabius (also called Ovate-Lipped 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 ovatilabius 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 ovatilabius has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kreodanthus ovatilabius is a small, evergreen shrub with bright green, glossy leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is an excellent choice for container gardening. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Kreodanthus ovatilabius requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Kreodanthus ovatilabius

Kreodanthus ovatilabius is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca.

Kreodanthus ovatilabius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kreodanthus ovatilabius?

Kreodanthus ovatilabius

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Ovatilabiate Kreodanthus

What is the family of Kreodanthus ovatilabius?

Asteraceae

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-106449: Based on the initial data import
Donovan Stewart Correll (1908-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Correll' in the authors string.
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.