Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Species:
terminale
ID:
599355

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Telopea 3: 135 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598687



Common Names

  • Ceuthostoma terminale
  • Terminale Ceuthostoma
  • Tiny Ceuthostoma


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Description

Ceuthostoma terminale (also called 'Terminal Ceuthostoma' or 'Terminal Ceuthostoma Plant' among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia and is found in lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It has long, narrow leaves that are up to 25 cm long and 2 cm wide.

Uses & Benefits

Ceuthostoma terminale is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceuthostoma terminale has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceuthostoma terminale is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and a humid environment. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Repot every two to three years.

Where to Find Ceuthostoma terminale

Ceuthostoma terminale is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Ceuthostoma terminale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceuthostoma terminale?

Ceuthostoma terminale

What type of plant is Ceuthostoma terminale?

Fern

What is the natural habitat of Ceuthostoma terminale?

Tropical forests

Species in the Ceuthostoma genus

Species in the Casuarinaceae family

Allocasuarina hystricosa, Allocasuarina acuaria, Allocasuarina acutivalvis, Allocasuarina brachystachya, Allocasuarina campestris, Allocasuarina corniculata, Allocasuarina crassa, Allocasuarina decaisneana, Allocasuarina decussata, Allocasuarina defungens, Allocasuarina dielsiana, Allocasuarina diminuta, Allocasuarina distyla, Allocasuarina drummondiana, Allocasuarina duncanii, Allocasuarina eriochlamys, Allocasuarina fibrosa, Allocasuarina filidens, Allocasuarina fraseriana, Allocasuarina glareicola, Allocasuarina globosa, Allocasuarina grampiana, Allocasuarina grevilleoides, Allocasuarina gymnanthera, Allocasuarina helmsii, Allocasuarina huegeliana, Allocasuarina humilis, Allocasuarina inophloia, Allocasuarina lehmanniana, Allocasuarina littoralis, Allocasuarina luehmannii, Allocasuarina mackliniana, Allocasuarina media, Allocasuarina microstachya, Allocasuarina misera, Allocasuarina monilifera, Allocasuarina muelleriana, Allocasuarina nana, Allocasuarina ophiolitica, Allocasuarina paludosa, Allocasuarina paradoxa, Allocasuarina pinaster, Allocasuarina portuensis, Allocasuarina pusilla, Allocasuarina ramosissima, Allocasuarina rigida, Allocasuarina robusta, Allocasuarina rupicola, Allocasuarina scleroclada, Allocasuarina simulans,

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