Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
curvimentum
ID:
833667

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 66: 172 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833002



Common Names

  • Curvimentum Ceratostylis
  • Toothed Ceratostylis
  • Clustered Ceratostylis


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Description

Ceratostylis curvimentum (also called Curved Ceratostylis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to New Guinea. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 1 metre tall. It is found in moist soils in valleys, on slopes, and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis curvimentum is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ceratostylis curvimentum are small and white in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis curvimentum is a small shrub that can grow up to 5 feet tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the fall and cuttings should be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Ceratostylis curvimentum

Ceratostylis curvimentum can be found in the Philippines.

Ceratostylis curvimentum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis curvimentum?

Ceratostylis curvimentum

What is the common name of Ceratostylis curvimentum?

Curved Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Ceratostylis curvimentum?

It is native to tropical Asia

Species in the Ceratostylis genus

Ceratostylis acutifolia, Ceratostylis acutilabris, Ceratostylis alata, Ceratostylis alberteduardi, Ceratostylis albiflora, Ceratostylis alpina, Ceratostylis alticola, Ceratostylis ampullacea, Ceratostylis anceps, Ceratostylis angiensis, Ceratostylis angustifolia, Ceratostylis anjasmorensis, Ceratostylis arfakensis, Ceratostylis armeria, Ceratostylis backeri, Ceratostylis baliensis, Ceratostylis borneensis, Ceratostylis braccata, Ceratostylis brachyphylla, Ceratostylis brevibrachiata, Ceratostylis breviceps, Ceratostylis breviclavata, Ceratostylis brevicostata, Ceratostylis brevipes, Ceratostylis bulbophylli, Ceratostylis caespitosa, Ceratostylis calcarata, Ceratostylis calceiformis, Ceratostylis capitata, Ceratostylis cebolleta, Ceratostylis ciliolata, Ceratostylis clathrata, Ceratostylis clavata, Ceratostylis compressicaulis, Ceratostylis crassifolia, Ceratostylis crassilingua, Ceratostylis crassipetala, Ceratostylis culminicola, Ceratostylis curvimentum, Ceratostylis dataensis, Ceratostylis dischorensis, Ceratostylis elmeri, Ceratostylis eria, Ceratostylis evrardii, Ceratostylis ficinioides, Ceratostylis flavescens, Ceratostylis formicifera, Ceratostylis glabra, Ceratostylis glabriflora, Ceratostylis gracilicaulis,

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,

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