Status:
valid
Authors:
Mouly & De Block
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Syst. & Geogr. Pl. 78: 146 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835251
Common Names
- Coptosperma mitochondrioides
- Mitochondrion-Like Coptosperma
- Mitochondrion-Like Orchid
Description
Coptosperma mitochondrioides (also called mitochondrial coptosperma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows to a height of 1-3 m and has a woody root system. It is found in dry open forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Coptosperma mitochondrioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coptosperma mitochondrioides is a single, white to cream-coloured flower with a yellow labellum. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, white to cream-coloured flower.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coptosperma mitochondrioides is a shrub native to Australia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Division is best done in spring or summer. The plant should be carefully divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Coptosperma mitochondrioides
Coptosperma mitochondrioides is found in the rainforests of New South Wales, Australia.
Coptosperma mitochondrioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coptosperma mitochondrioides?
Coptosperma mitochondrioides
What is the common name of Coptosperma mitochondrioides?
Mitochondrion Coptosperma
What is the natural habitat of Coptosperma mitochondrioides?
It is found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest
Species in the Coptosperma genus
Coptosperma graveolens,
Coptosperma kibuwae,
Coptosperma littorale,
Coptosperma neurophyllum,
Coptosperma peteri,
Coptosperma rhodesiacum,
Coptosperma somaliense,
Coptosperma supra-axillare,
Coptosperma wajirense,
Coptosperma zygoon,
Coptosperma bernierianum,
Coptosperma borbonicum,
Coptosperma cymosum,
Coptosperma humblotii,
Coptosperma madagascariense,
Coptosperma pachyphyllum,
Coptosperma sessiliflorum,
Coptosperma mitochondrioides,
Coptosperma nigrescens,
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
Petra De Block: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Block' in the authors string.
Arnaud Mouly: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mouly' in the authors string.