Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
obcordata
ID:
830266

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Orchid Digest 62: 157 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000829601



Common Names

  • Inverted-Heart Cephalantheropsis
  • Obcordata Cephalantheropsis
  • Inverted-Heart Starburst


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Description

Cephalantheropsis obcordata (also called Obcordate Cephalantheropsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It has ovate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalantheropsis obcordata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cephalantheropsis obcordata has small, white flowers with a tubular shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalantheropsis obcordata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Cephalantheropsis obcordata

Cephalantheropsis obcordata is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Cephalantheropsis obcordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalantheropsis obcordata?

Cephalantheropsis obcordata

What is the family of Cephalantheropsis obcordata?

Lamiales

What is the common name of Cephalantheropsis obcordata?

Heart-Shaped Cephalantheropsis

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-36695: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.