Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
celebica
ID:
233092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1899: 132 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232423

Common Names

  • Macodes Celebica
  • Celeb's Macodes
  • Celebica Macodes

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Description

Macodes celebica (also called Celebes macodes, among many other common names) is a herbaceous species in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 1 meter in height, with a stem diameter of up to 5 centimeters. The leaves are simple, alternate, and have a length of 5 to 10 centimeters.

Uses & Benefits

Macodes celebica is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macodes celebica is a white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macodes celebica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with a few leaves and roots, and then replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Macodes celebica

Macodes celebica is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia and can be found in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Macodes celebica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macodes celebica?

Macodes celebica

What is the common name of Macodes celebica?

Celebica Jewel Orchid

What type of plant is Macodes celebica?

Epiphytic orchid

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,

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