Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
835833

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall. ex Kurz) Tirveng.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., Sér. 3, Bot. 35: 16 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835168

Common Names

  • Ceriscoides sessiliflora
  • Sessiliflorous Ceriscoides
  • Sessiliflorous Ceriscoides

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Description

Ceriscoides sessiliflora (also called Sessile-flowered Ceriscoides, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the Himalayas, from India to China. It is found in wet montane forests, at elevations of 1000-3000 meters. It has a spreading habit, with dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ceriscoides sessiliflora is a species of orchid that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceriscoides sessiliflora has small, greenish-brown flowers with a long, thin seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are upright with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceriscoides sessiliflora can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Ceriscoides sessiliflora

Ceriscoides sessiliflora is native to India and can be found in the wild in the forests of the country.

Ceriscoides sessiliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceriscoides sessiliflora?

Ceriscoides sessiliflora

What is the common name of Ceriscoides sessiliflora?

Sessile-flowered Ceriscoides

What is the natural habitat of Ceriscoides sessiliflora?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-37238: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.
Deva D. Tirvengadum (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tirveng.' in the authors string.