Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
indifferens
ID:
833915

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 39: 6 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833250

Common Names

  • Indifferent Ceratostylis
  • Indifferent Ceratostylis Orchid
  • Ceratostylis Indifferens

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Description

Ceratostylis indifferens (also called Indifferent Ceratostylis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has small, oval leaves with a waxy texture and grows in moist, shady areas. It is often found in streambanks and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis indifferens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for erosion control and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceratostylis indifferens has a small, white flower with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem with a small, round leaf at the tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis indifferens is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador. It is usually propagated by seed, although it can also be propagated by division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent location when they are large enough to handle. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Ceratostylis indifferens

Ceratostylis indifferens is native to the Andes Mountains in Colombia and Ecuador.

Ceratostylis indifferens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis indifferens?

Ceratostylis indifferens

What is the family of Ceratostylis indifferens?

Orchidaceae

Where is Ceratostylis indifferens found?

Ceratostylis indifferens is found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

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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