Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
maboroensis
ID:
834129

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 256 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833464

Common Names

  • Ceratostylis Maboroensis
  • Maboro Ceratostylis
  • Maboro Bastard Cedar

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Description

Ceratostylis maboroensis (also called Maboro ceratostylis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Chrysobalanaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 15 m tall, with a trunk up to 30 cm in diameter. It is native to Central and South America, from Nicaragua south to Bolivia and Brazil, and is found in wet lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis maboroensis 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 maboroensis 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 maboroensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Ceratostylis maboroensis

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

Ceratostylis maboroensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis maboroensis?

Ceratostylis maboroensis

What is the family of Ceratostylis maboroensis?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Ceratostylis maboroensis?

Maboro 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-37066: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.