Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vonroemeri
ID:
834864

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 12: 32 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834199

Common Names

  • Ceratostylis vonroemeri
  • Von Roemer's Ceratostylis
  • Ceratostylis Vonroemeri

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Description

Ceratostylis vonroemeri (also called 'Von Roemer's Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with thin, wiry stems and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests at elevations of up to 1,200 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis vonroemeri is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, as a food source, and as a source of fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, and fragrant. Seed: Small, dark brown and oval shaped. Seedlings: Oval shaped, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis vonroemeri is a terrestrial orchid native to Thailand. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Ceratostylis vonroemeri

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

Ceratostylis vonroemeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis vonroemeri?

Ceratostylis vonroemeri

What is the common name of Ceratostylis vonroemeri?

Von Roemer's Ceratostylis

What is the natural habitat of Ceratostylis vonroemeri?

Tropical rainforests of Central 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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