Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 7(1): 36 (1982):.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246994
Common Names
- Myoxanthus Ceratothallis
- Ceratothallis Bush
- Ceratothallis Myoxanthus
Synonyms
- Humboltia ceratothallis Kuntze [unknown]
- Myoxanthus affinoides Luer [unknown]
- Myoxanthus herzogii (Schltr.) Luer [unknown]
- Myoxanthus lancipetalus (H.Karst.) Luer [unknown]
- Pleurothallis ceratothallis Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Pleurothallis herzogii Schltr. [unknown]
- Pleurothallis lancipetala (H.Karst.) Schltr. [unknown]
- Pleurothallis longipes Körn. [unknown]
- Dubois-reymondia lancipetala H.Karst. [unknown]
Description
Myoxanthus ceratothallis (also called Ceratothallis Myoxanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Brazil. It grows up to 10 meters tall and has elliptic-lanceolate leaves. It is found in subtropical and tropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Myoxanthus ceratothallis is used for its ornamental value in gardens. It is also used for its timber, which is used for making furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Myoxanthus ceratothallis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers, and it is pollinated by hummingbirds. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myoxanthus ceratothallis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sheltered position.
Where to Find Myoxanthus ceratothallis
Myoxanthus ceratothallis is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
Myoxanthus ceratothallis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myoxanthus ceratothallis?
Myoxanthus ceratothallis
What is the common name of Myoxanthus ceratothallis?
Horned Myoxanthus
What is the natural habitat of Myoxanthus ceratothallis?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Myoxanthus genus
Myoxanthus affinis,
Myoxanthus antennifer,
Myoxanthus ceratothallis,
Myoxanthus chloe,
Myoxanthus cimex,
Myoxanthus colothrix,
Myoxanthus dasyllis,
Myoxanthus ephelis,
Myoxanthus epibator,
Myoxanthus eumeces,
Myoxanthus exasperatus,
Myoxanthus fimbriatus,
Myoxanthus frutex,
Myoxanthus georgei,
Myoxanthus gorgon,
Myoxanthus gyas,
Myoxanthus hirsuticaulis,
Myoxanthus hirtipes,
Myoxanthus hystrix,
Myoxanthus lonchophyllus,
Myoxanthus mejiae,
Myoxanthus melittanthus,
Myoxanthus merae,
Myoxanthus monophyllus,
Myoxanthus montanus,
Myoxanthus neillii,
Myoxanthus octomerioides,
Myoxanthus parvilabius,
Myoxanthus priapus,
Myoxanthus pulvinatus,
Myoxanthus punctatus,
Myoxanthus reymondii,
Myoxanthus sarcodactylae,
Myoxanthus scandens,
Myoxanthus seidelii,
Myoxanthus serripetalus,
Myoxanthus simplicicaulis,
Myoxanthus speciosus,
Myoxanthus trachychlamys,
Myoxanthus uxorius,
Myoxanthus xiphion,
Myoxanthus ruschii,
Myoxanthus werneri,
Myoxanthus aciculifolius,
Myoxanthus congestus,
Myoxanthus ovatipetalus,
Myoxanthus sotoanus,
Myoxanthus ortizianus,
Myoxanthus cereus,
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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,