Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
keysseri
ID:
833978

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 16: 214 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833313

Common Names

  • Ceratostylis keysseri
  • Keysseri Ceratostylis
  • Keysseri Ceratostylis

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Description

Ceratostylis keysseri (also called 'Kauai Platystigma', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the orchid family. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, where it is known only from the island of Kauai. It grows in mesic and wet forests, at elevations of 100–1,000 m (330–3,280 ft).

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis keysseri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceratostylis keysseri has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and bushy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis keysseri is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape or size.

Where to Find Ceratostylis keysseri

Ceratostylis keysseri can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Australia, including Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria.

Ceratostylis keysseri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis keysseri?

Ceratostylis keysseri

What is the natural habitat of Ceratostylis keysseri?

The natural habitat of Ceratostylis keysseri is tropical rainforests.

What is the flowering season of Ceratostylis keysseri?

Ceratostylis keysseri typically flowers during the summer months.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-37049: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.