Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
turgida
ID:
835842

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Tirveng.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., Sér. 3, Bot. 35: 15 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835177

Common Names

  • Turgida Ceriscoides
  • Ceriscoides turgida
  • Ceriscoides turgida var. turgida

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Description

Ceriscoides turgida (also called Turgid 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 turgida is a species of orchid that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceriscoides turgida has small, yellow flowers with yellow petals and sepals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceriscoides turgida 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 turgida

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

Ceriscoides turgida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceriscoides turgida?

Ceriscoides turgida

What is the common name of Ceriscoides turgida?

Turgid Ceriscoides

What is the natural habitat of Ceriscoides turgida?

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-37239: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Deva D. Tirvengadum (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tirveng.' in the authors string.