Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
candelabra
ID:
835415

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vieill. ex Pancher & Sebert

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Rev. Marit. Colon. 40: 573 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834750



Common Names

  • Cerberiopsis candelabra
  • Candelabra Orchid
  • Candelabra Cerbera


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Description

Cerberiopsis candelabra (also called 'Candelabra Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with thin, wiry stems and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests at elevations of up to 1,200 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Cerberiopsis candelabra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cerberiopsis candelabra var. candelabra
Cerberiopsis candelabra var. vexillaria (Däniker) Boiteau

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cerberiopsis candelabra is small and white in color. Its seeds are small and black in color. Its seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cerberiopsis candelabra is a tropical plant that can be propagated by division. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting, make sure to space the plants at least 12 inches apart.

Where to Find Cerberiopsis candelabra

Cerberiopsis candelabra is found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.

Cerberiopsis candelabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cerberiopsis candelabra?

Cerberiopsis candelabra

What is the common name of Cerberiopsis candelabra?

Candelabra Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Cerberiopsis candelabra?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-37194: Based on the initial data import
Eugène Vieillard (1819-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vieill.' in the authors string.
Jean Armand Isidore Pancher (1814-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pancher' in the authors string.
Hippolyte Sebert (1839-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sebert' in the authors string.