Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longisegmenta
ID:
834118

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames & C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 6: 136 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833453

Common Names

  • Ceratostylis Longisegmenta
  • Long-segmented Ceratostylis
  • Long-segmented Bastard Cedar

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Description

Ceratostylis longisegmenta (also called Longisegmenta Ceratostylis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Colombia and Ecuador. It has small, tubular flowers and is found in wet montane forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis longisegmenta is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceratostylis longisegmenta has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The flowers are borne in small clusters and have a sweet scent. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have short, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis longisegmenta is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Ceratostylis longisegmenta

Ceratostylis longisegmenta is found in the tropical rainforest of Southeast Asia.

Ceratostylis longisegmenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis longisegmenta?

Ceratostylis longisegmenta

What is the family of Ceratostylis longisegmenta?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Ceratostylis longisegmenta?

Long-segmented Ceratostylis

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-37065: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.