Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fesselii
ID:
831852

Status:
valid

Authors:
Senghas

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 40: 90 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831187



Common Names

  • Ceratocentron fesselii
  • Fessel's Ceratocentron
  • Fesselii Ceratocentron


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Description

Ceratocentron fesselii (also called the Fessel's Ceratocentron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is a small, perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower head. It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, grassy and sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratocentron fesselii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ceratocentron fesselii is a white to pale yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratocentron fesselii is a hardy, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in mountainous regions. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought conditions.

Where to Find Ceratocentron fesselii

Ceratocentron fesselii is native to South Africa.

Ceratocentron fesselii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratocentron fesselii?

Ceratocentron fesselii

What is the natural habitat of Ceratocentron fesselii?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What is the flowering period of Ceratocentron fesselii?

Summer

Species in the Ceratocentron genus

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-36845: Based on the initial data import
Karlheinz Senghas (1928-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Senghas' in the authors string.