Status:
valid
Authors:
J.T.Johanss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Blumea 32: 321 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000909856
Common Names
- Coelospermum Crassifolium
- Crassifolium Orchid
- Coral Orchid
Description
Coelospermum crassifolium (also called 'Thick-Leaved 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 crassifolium 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 crassifolium 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 crassifolium is a shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Coelospermum crassifolium
Coelospermum crassifolium is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.
Coelospermum crassifolium FAQ
What type of plant is Coelospermum crassifolium?
Coelospermum crassifolium is an orchid
Where does Coelospermum crassifolium grow?
Coelospermum crassifolium is native to Southeast Asia
What is the growth rate of Coelospermum crassifolium?
Coelospermum crassifolium 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,