Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 12: 236 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000909814
Common Names
- Coelospermum Balansanum
- Balansanum Orchid
- Coral Orchid
Description
Coelospermum balansanum (also called 'Balansa's Coelospermum', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is a small shrub with long, narrow leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Coelospermum balansanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coelospermum balansanum has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coelospermum balansanum is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It is also susceptible to pests and diseases, so regular pest and disease control measures should be taken.
Where to Find Coelospermum balansanum
Coelospermum balansanum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.
Coelospermum balansanum FAQ
What type of plant is Coelospermum balansanum?
Coelospermum balansanum is an orchid
Where does Coelospermum balansanum grow?
Coelospermum balansanum is native to Southeast Asia
What is the growth rate of Coelospermum balansanum?
Coelospermum balansanum grows at a moderate rate
Species in the Coelospermum genus
Coelospermum dasylobum,
Coelospermum balansanum,
Coelospermum crassifolium,
Coelospermum decipiens,
Coelospermum fragrans,
Coelospermum paniculatum,
Coelospermum reticulatum,
Coelospermum salomoniense,
Coelospermum truncatum,
Coelospermum volubile,
Coelospermum purpureum,
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,