Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mayrii
ID:
834184

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 66: 171 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833519

Common Names

  • Ceratostylis mayrii
  • Mayr's Ceratostylis
  • Mayr's False Holly

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Description

Ceratostylis mayrii (also called Mayr's Ceratostylis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, and grows in wet forests and along streams. It has oblong leaves that are up to 10 cm long and 4 cm wide.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis mayrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ceratostylis mayrii is yellow, with five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis mayrii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early autumn and pot them up in a free-draining compost. Place the pot in a warm, bright spot and keep the compost moist. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Ceratostylis mayrii

Ceratostylis mayrii is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Ceratostylis mayrii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis mayrii?

Ceratostylis mayrii

What is the family of Ceratostylis mayrii?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Ceratostylis mayrii?

Mayr's 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